US Bridges

Ky 1056 over Tug Fork River

Fair

Pike County, Kentucky · 0.03 MI South of Wv 49 · Structure no. 098B00171N

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
387 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,743
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1056 over Tug Fork River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 1056 over Tug Fork River in Pike 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,743 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,498 by 2038. The structure is 387 ft (118 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1056
CrossesTug Fork River
Location0.03 MI South of Wv 49
RouteState Highway 1056
CountyPike County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.62194, -82.16806
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating73 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length387 ft (118 m)
Longest span107 ft (32.5 m)
Deck width39 ft (12 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,743 (2018)
Projected traffic1,498 by 2038
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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 1056 over Tug Fork River built?

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

What condition is Ky 1056 over Tug Fork River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 1056 over Tug Fork River carry?

About 1,743 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Ky 1056 over Tug Fork River?

The structure is 387 ft (118 m) long with a longest span of 107 ft (32.5 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1056 over Tug Fork River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.