US Bridges

KY-645 over Becca Liz LN

Good

Martin County, Kentucky · Near JCT of Ky 40 · Structure no. 080B00044N

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
116 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,537
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-645 over Becca Liz LN is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-645 over Becca Liz LN in Martin County, Kentucky. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 4,537 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,537 by 2041. The structure is 116 ft (35.5 m) long and 103 ft wide.

CarriesKY-645
CrossesBecca Liz LN
LocationNear JCT of Ky 40
RouteState Highway 645
Coordinates37.855, -82.52083
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Last inspectionAugust 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating104.5 US tons
Inventory rating62.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length116 ft (35.5 m)
Longest span113 ft (34.5 m)
Deck width103 ft (31.3 m)
Roadway width97 ft (29.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,537 (2021)
Projected traffic4,537 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-645 over Becca Liz LN built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-645 over Becca Liz LN 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 August 2022.

How much traffic does KY-645 over Becca Liz LN carry?

About 4,537 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is KY-645 over Becca Liz LN?

The structure is 116 ft (35.5 m) long with a longest span of 113 ft (34.5 m) and a deck 103 ft wide.

Who owns KY-645 over Becca Liz LN?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.