US Bridges

Gayheart DR over Rt Fork Troublesome Crk

GoodPosted for load

Knott County, Kentucky · 50 SW of JCT Ky 899 · Structure no. 060C00095N

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
40
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Gayheart DR over Rt Fork Troublesome Crk is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Gayheart DR over Rt Fork Troublesome Crk in Knott County, Kentucky. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 49 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesGayheart DR
CrossesRt Fork Troublesome Crk
Location50 SW of JCT Ky 899
RouteCounty Highway 1378
CountyKnott County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.31111, -82.93472
Functional classRural Local

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating64.2 US tons
Inventory rating38.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.2 m)
Deck width16 ft (4.8 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2021)
Projected traffic49 by 2041
Trucks—
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Gayheart DR over Rt Fork Troublesome Crk built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is Gayheart DR over Rt Fork Troublesome Crk 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 2024.

How much traffic does Gayheart DR over Rt Fork Troublesome Crk carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Gayheart DR over Rt Fork Troublesome Crk?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns Gayheart DR over Rt Fork Troublesome Crk?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.