Ky 38 over Old Clover Fork
GoodHarlan County, Kentucky · Near High Rise · Structure no. 048B00192N
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,837
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ky 38 over Old Clover Fork is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 38 over Old Clover Fork in Harlan County, Kentucky. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 5,837 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,837 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 38 over Old Clover Fork built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ky 38 over Old Clover Fork 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Ky 38 over Old Clover Fork carry?
About 5,837 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is Ky 38 over Old Clover Fork?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Ky 38 over Old Clover Fork?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.