US Bridges

KY-2431 over Middle Fork of Ky River

GoodPosted for load

Leslie County, Kentucky · .05 MI East of JCT US 421 · Structure no. 066B00039N

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
278 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,360
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-2431 over Middle Fork of Ky River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-2431 over Middle Fork of Ky River in Leslie County, Kentucky. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older 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 2,360 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,360 by 2042. The structure is 278 ft (84.7 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-2431
CrossesMiddle Fork of Ky River
Location.05 MI East of JCT US 421
RouteState Highway 2431
CountyLeslie County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.14611, -83.38139
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 inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating67.8 US tons
Inventory rating40.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+1 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length278 ft (84.7 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,360 (2022)
Projected traffic2,360 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$1.2 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-2431 over Middle Fork of Ky River built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-2431 over Middle Fork of Ky River 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does KY-2431 over Middle Fork of Ky River carry?

About 2,360 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is KY-2431 over Middle Fork of Ky River?

The structure is 278 ft (84.7 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns KY-2431 over Middle Fork of Ky River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.