US Bridges

IC-8053E over Carr Fork Lake

Fair

Knott County, Kentucky · Littcarr Campground · Structure no. CEPORLKY5007601

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
138 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2
2024 count
Owner
Federal
Corps of Engineers (Civil)

About this bridge

IC-8053E over Carr Fork Lake is a prestressed concrete slab carrying IC-8053E over Carr Fork Lake in Knott County, Kentucky. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 33 by 2045. The structure is 138 ft (42 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesIC-8053E
CrossesCarr Fork Lake
LocationLittcarr Campground
RouteFederal Lands Road 0
CountyKnott County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.23806, -82.94881
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating33.6 US tons
Inventory rating25.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length138 ft (42 m)
Longest span46 ft (14 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2 (2024)
Projected traffic33 by 2045
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCorps of Engineers (Civil)
Maintained byCorps of Engineers (Civil)
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$10,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IC-8053E over Carr Fork Lake built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is IC-8053E over Carr Fork Lake in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does IC-8053E over Carr Fork Lake carry?

About 2 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is IC-8053E over Carr Fork Lake?

The structure is 138 ft (42 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns IC-8053E over Carr Fork Lake?

It is owned by the Corps of Engineers (Civil).