KY-40 over Little Paint Creek
GoodMagoffin County, Kentucky · 1.92 MI E Ky 1081 · Structure no. 077B00076N
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,324
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-40 over Little Paint Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-40 over Little Paint Creek in Magoffin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 1,324 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,324 by 2041. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-40 over Little Paint Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-40 over Little Paint Creek 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does KY-40 over Little Paint Creek carry?
About 1,324 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is KY-40 over Little Paint Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns KY-40 over Little Paint Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.