KY-451 over Curly Fork
GoodPerry County, Kentucky · .25 MI SE of Db Pw Ntrch · Structure no. 097B00028N
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,716
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-451 over Curly Fork is a concrete culvert carrying KY-451 over Curly Fork in Perry County, Kentucky. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 1,716 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,716 by 2041. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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-451 over Curly Fork built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-451 over Curly 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does KY-451 over Curly Fork carry?
About 1,716 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is KY-451 over Curly Fork?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns KY-451 over Curly Fork?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.