US Bridges

KY-479 over Br of Laurel Run

Fair

Grayson County, Kentucky · 1.5 MI N of JCT Ky 1214 · Structure no. 043B00049N

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
699
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-479 over Br of Laurel Run is a concrete culvert carrying KY-479 over Br of Laurel Run in Grayson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 699 vehicles a day, projected to reach 699 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-479
CrossesBr of Laurel Run
Location1.5 MI N of JCT Ky 1214
RouteState Highway 479
CountyGrayson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.40639, -86.08528
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic699 (2022)
Projected traffic699 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-479 over Br of Laurel Run built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-479 over Br of Laurel Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2021.

How much traffic does KY-479 over Br of Laurel Run carry?

About 699 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is KY-479 over Br of Laurel Run?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns KY-479 over Br of Laurel Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.