US Bridges

KY-408 over Fork-Carney Creek

Good

Graves County, Kentucky · .5 Mi. W JCT US 45 · Structure no. 042B00250N

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
51 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,197
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-408 over Fork-Carney Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-408 over Fork-Carney Creek in Graves County, Kentucky. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 1,197 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,197 by 2039. The structure is 51 ft (15.4 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-408
CrossesFork-Carney Creek
Location.5 Mi. W JCT US 45
RouteState Highway 408
CountyGraves County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.85528, -88.67639
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89.4 US tons
Inventory rating53.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length51 ft (15.4 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.7 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.4 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,197 (2019)
Projected traffic1,197 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-408 over Fork-Carney Creek built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-408 over Fork-Carney 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does KY-408 over Fork-Carney Creek carry?

About 1,197 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is KY-408 over Fork-Carney Creek?

The structure is 51 ft (15.4 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.7 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns KY-408 over Fork-Carney Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.