US Bridges

KY-15 over CSX Railroad & Carr Fork

GoodPosted for load

Perry County, Kentucky · 2.8 MI East of Ky 7 Op · Structure no. 097B00014N

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
379 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,773
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-15 over CSX Railroad & Carr Fork is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-15 over CSX Railroad & Carr Fork in Perry County, Kentucky. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 6,773 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,773 by 2042. The structure is 379 ft (115.5 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-15
CrossesCSX Railroad & Carr Fork
Location2.8 MI East of Ky 7 Op
RouteState Highway 15
CountyPerry County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.20417, -83.10694
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusPosted for load 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 alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.4 US tons
Inventory rating38.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length379 ft (115.5 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.5 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,773 (2022)
Projected traffic6,773 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-15 over CSX Railroad & Carr Fork built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-15 over CSX Railroad & Carr Fork 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does KY-15 over CSX Railroad & Carr Fork carry?

About 6,773 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is KY-15 over CSX Railroad & Carr Fork?

The structure is 379 ft (115.5 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns KY-15 over CSX Railroad & Carr Fork?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.