US-421 over Br of Hays Fork
FairMadison County, Kentucky · .06 MI N. F JCT W/ Ky 499 · Structure no. 076B00014N
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,029
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-421 over Br of Hays Fork is a concrete culvert carrying US-421 over Br of Hays Fork in Madison County, Kentucky. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 6 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 7,029 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,029 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-421 over Br of Hays Fork built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-421 over Br of Hays Fork 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US-421 over Br of Hays Fork carry?
About 7,029 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US-421 over Br of Hays Fork?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US-421 over Br of Hays Fork?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.