US Bridges

Ky 32 over North Forktriplett Creek

Good

Rowan County, Kentucky · .50 MI N of I64 Ntrch · Structure no. 103B00093N

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
303 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
23,002
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 32 over North Forktriplett Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 32 over North Forktriplett Creek in Rowan County, Kentucky. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 23,002 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,002 by 2043. The structure is 303 ft (92.4 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesKy 32
CrossesNorth Forktriplett Creek
Location.50 MI N of I64 Ntrch
RouteState Highway 32
Coordinates38.19833, -83.48056
Functional classUrban 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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73.7 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length303 ft (92.4 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width79 ft (24.1 m)
Roadway width76 ft (23.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,002 (2023)
Projected traffic23,002 by 2043
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 32 over North Forktriplett Creek built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 32 over North Forktriplett Creek 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Ky 32 over North Forktriplett Creek carry?

About 23,002 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Ky 32 over North Forktriplett Creek?

The structure is 303 ft (92.4 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 32 over North Forktriplett Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.