US Bridges

Ky 72 over Clover Fk Cut Channel

Good

Harlan County, Kentucky · 1.0 Mi. S. of US 421 · Structure no. 048B00194N

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
440 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
756
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 72 over Clover Fk Cut Channel is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 72 over Clover Fk Cut Channel in Harlan County, Kentucky. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 756 vehicles a day, projected to reach 756 by 2041. The structure is 440 ft (134.1 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesKy 72
CrossesClover Fk Cut Channel
Location1.0 Mi. S. of US 421
RouteState Highway 72
Coordinates36.85549, -83.31638
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating102.3 US tons
Inventory rating61.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length440 ft (134.1 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic756 (2021)
Projected traffic756 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 72 over Clover Fk Cut Channel built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 72 over Clover Fk Cut Channel 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 72 over Clover Fk Cut Channel carry?

About 756 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Ky 72 over Clover Fk Cut Channel?

The structure is 440 ft (134.1 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 72 over Clover Fk Cut Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.