US Bridges

KY-80 over Muddygun Creek

Fair

Laurel County, Kentucky · 1.0 MI East of JCT Ky 488 · Structure no. 063B00015N

Built
1928
97 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,165
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-80 over Muddygun Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-80 over Muddygun Creek in Laurel County, Kentucky. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 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 3,165 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,165 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-80
CrossesMuddygun Creek
Location1.0 MI East of JCT Ky 488
RouteState Highway 80
CountyLaurel County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.0825, -83.94861
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,165 (2022)
Projected traffic3,165 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-80 over Muddygun Creek built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-80 over Muddygun Creek 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 KY-80 over Muddygun Creek carry?

About 3,165 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is KY-80 over Muddygun Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns KY-80 over Muddygun Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.