US Bridges

US-127 over Hanging Fork @ Houstonvi

GoodPosted for load

Lincoln County, Kentucky · 200 S - KY78 · Structure no. 069B00076N

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
131 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,705
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-127 over Hanging Fork @ Houstonvi is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-127 over Hanging Fork @ Houstonvi in Lincoln County, Kentucky. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 4,705 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,705 by 2043. The structure is 131 ft (39.8 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

CarriesUS-127
CrossesHanging Fork @ Houstonvi
Location200 S - KY78
RouteU.S. Route 127
Coordinates37.47111, -84.82167
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionNovember 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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.5 US tons
Inventory rating39.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length131 ft (39.8 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,705 (2023)
Projected traffic4,705 by 2043
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US-127 over Hanging Fork @ Houstonvi built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-127 over Hanging Fork @ Houstonvi 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does US-127 over Hanging Fork @ Houstonvi carry?

About 4,705 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US-127 over Hanging Fork @ Houstonvi?

The structure is 131 ft (39.8 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US-127 over Hanging Fork @ Houstonvi?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.