Ky 157 over Little Kentucky River
PoorPosted for loadHenry County, Kentucky · 400 Ft W of Ky 1606 · Structure no. 052B00037N
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 139 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 780
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ky 157 over Little Kentucky River is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Ky 157 over Little Kentucky River in Henry County, Kentucky. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 780 vehicles a day, projected to reach 780 by 2041. The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ky 157 over Little Kentucky River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ky 157 over Little Kentucky River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does Ky 157 over Little Kentucky River carry?
About 780 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Ky 157 over Little Kentucky River?
The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Ky 157 over Little Kentucky River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.