KY-357 over South Fork of Bacon Cree
GoodPosted for loadHart County, Kentucky · .40 MI Nor. of JCT Ky 728 · Structure no. 050B00012N
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 76 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 577
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-357 over South Fork of Bacon Cree is a concrete tee beam carrying KY-357 over South Fork of Bacon Cree in Hart County, Kentucky. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 577 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 577 by 2041. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-357 over South Fork of Bacon Cree built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-357 over South Fork of Bacon Cree 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does KY-357 over South Fork of Bacon Cree carry?
About 577 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is KY-357 over South Fork of Bacon Cree?
The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11.1 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns KY-357 over South Fork of Bacon Cree?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.