US-421 over Muncy Creek
PoorPosted for loadLeslie County, Kentucky · 2.0 MI S of JCT Ky 2431 · Structure no. 066B00006N
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,823
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-421 over Muncy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-421 over Muncy Creek in Leslie County, Kentucky. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 2,823 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,823 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-421 over Muncy Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-421 over Muncy Creek 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US-421 over Muncy Creek carry?
About 2,823 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US-421 over Muncy Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m).
Who owns US-421 over Muncy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.