KY-79 over Dog Creek
GoodGrayson County, Kentucky · .10 MI Nor. of Butler Cl · Structure no. 043B00085N
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,288
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-79 over Dog Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-79 over Dog Creek in Grayson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, older 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 1,288 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,288 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-79 over Dog Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-79 over Dog 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 September 2021.
How much traffic does KY-79 over Dog Creek carry?
About 1,288 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is KY-79 over Dog Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).
Who owns KY-79 over Dog Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.