KY-52 over West Fork of Back Creek
GoodPosted for loadGarrard County, Kentucky · 4.8 MI East of Jct. US 27 · Structure no. 040B00040N
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 258 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,350
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-52 over West Fork of Back Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-52 over West Fork of Back Creek in Garrard County, Kentucky. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 4,350 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,350 by 2043. The structure is 258 ft (78.6 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 KY-52 over West Fork of Back Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-52 over West Fork of Back 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does KY-52 over West Fork of Back Creek carry?
About 4,350 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is KY-52 over West Fork of Back Creek?
The structure is 258 ft (78.6 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns KY-52 over West Fork of Back Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.