US Bridges

Ky 451 over N Fk Ky River/Csx RR

Good

Perry County, Kentucky · 100FT E of Ky 15 MP 8.9 · Structure no. 097B00132N

Built
2015
10 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
438 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,203
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 451 over N Fk Ky River/Csx RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 451 over N Fk Ky River/Csx RR in Perry County, Kentucky. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 1,203 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,203 by 2041. The structure is 438 ft (133.5 m) long and 33 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesKy 451
CrossesN Fk Ky River/Csx RR
Location100FT E of Ky 15 MP 8.9
RouteState Highway 451
CountyPerry County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.22694, -83.16361
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating66.5 US tons
Inventory rating51 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length438 ft (133.5 m)
Longest span145 ft (44.2 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,203 (2021)
Projected traffic1,203 by 2041
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad and waterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 451 over N Fk Ky River/Csx RR built?

It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 451 over N Fk Ky River/Csx RR 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 2022.

How much traffic does Ky 451 over N Fk Ky River/Csx RR carry?

About 1,203 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Ky 451 over N Fk Ky River/Csx RR?

The structure is 438 ft (133.5 m) long with a longest span of 145 ft (44.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 451 over N Fk Ky River/Csx RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.