US-42 over Stephens Creek
GoodGallatin County, Kentucky · 0.1 MI Sw-Markland Dam Op · Structure no. 039B00047N
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 264 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,241
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-42 over Stephens Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-42 over Stephens Creek in Gallatin County, Kentucky. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,241 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,241 by 2043. The structure is 264 ft (80.5 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-42 over Stephens Creek built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-42 over Stephens Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does US-42 over Stephens Creek carry?
About 3,241 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US-42 over Stephens Creek?
The structure is 264 ft (80.5 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.7 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns US-42 over Stephens Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.