US Bridges

Ky 3280 over Greasy Creek

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Russell County, Kentucky · 0.414 Mi. E. JCT Ky 379 · Structure no. 104B00036N

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
136 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,658
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 3280 over Greasy Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 3280 over Greasy Creek in Russell County, Kentucky. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 1,658 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,658 by 2043. The structure is 136 ft (41.4 m) long and 43 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesKy 3280
CrossesGreasy Creek
Location0.414 Mi. E. JCT Ky 379
RouteState Highway 3280
CountyRussell County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.03417, -85.10056
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110 US tons
Inventory rating87.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length136 ft (41.4 m)
Longest span132 ft (40.2 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,658 (2023)
Projected traffic1,658 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 3280 over Greasy Creek built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 3280 over Greasy 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 3280 over Greasy Creek carry?

About 1,658 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Ky 3280 over Greasy Creek?

The structure is 136 ft (41.4 m) long with a longest span of 132 ft (40.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 3280 over Greasy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.