Ky 1438 over Canadian Nat. & Ill. Cen
GoodMcCracken County, Kentucky · 2.0 MI W of Ky 786 · Structure no. 073B00168N
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 195 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 191
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ky 1438 over Canadian Nat. & Ill. Cen is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 1438 over Canadian Nat. & Ill. Cen in McCracken County, Kentucky. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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.
It carries about 191 vehicles a day, projected to reach 191 by 2040. The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ky 1438 over Canadian Nat. & Ill. Cen built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ky 1438 over Canadian Nat. & Ill. Cen 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 1438 over Canadian Nat. & Ill. Cen carry?
About 191 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is Ky 1438 over Canadian Nat. & Ill. Cen?
The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.7 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Ky 1438 over Canadian Nat. & Ill. Cen?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.