US Bridges

KY-348 over Mid Fork Clarks River

Good

Marshall County, Kentucky · 2.0 Mi. N.W. Ky 155 · Structure no. 079B00123N

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
114 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,328
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-348 over Mid Fork Clarks River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-348 over Mid Fork Clarks River in Marshall County, Kentucky. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 2,328 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,328 by 2041. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

CarriesKY-348
CrossesMid Fork Clarks River
Location2.0 Mi. N.W. Ky 155
RouteState Highway 348
Coordinates36.87806, -88.41167
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating88.5 US tons
Inventory rating53.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length114 ft (34.7 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.5 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,328 (2021)
Projected traffic2,328 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 KY-348 over Mid Fork Clarks River built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-348 over Mid Fork Clarks River 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does KY-348 over Mid Fork Clarks River carry?

About 2,328 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is KY-348 over Mid Fork Clarks River?

The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns KY-348 over Mid Fork Clarks River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.