KY-49 over Hardin Creek
GoodMarion County, Kentucky · 1.0 MI Sou. of JCT US 68 · Structure no. 078B00014N
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,183
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-49 over Hardin Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY-49 over Hardin Creek in Marion County, Kentucky. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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.
It carries about 2,183 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,183 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-49 over Hardin Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-49 over Hardin 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 2022.
How much traffic does KY-49 over Hardin Creek carry?
About 2,183 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is KY-49 over Hardin Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns KY-49 over Hardin Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.