US Bridges

Ky 475 over Trib. W. Fork Red River

Good

Todd County, Kentucky · 4.7 MI S of JCT US 68 · Structure no. 110B00046N

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
238
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 475 over Trib. W. Fork Red River is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Ky 475 over Trib. W. Fork Red River in Todd County, Kentucky. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 238 vehicles a day, projected to reach 238 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesKy 475
CrossesTrib. W. Fork Red River
Location4.7 MI S of JCT US 68
RouteState Highway 475
Coordinates36.77861, -87.26444
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.6 US tons
Inventory rating48.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic238 (2021)
Projected traffic238 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 475 over Trib. W. Fork Red River built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 475 over Trib. W. Fork Red River 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Ky 475 over Trib. W. Fork Red River carry?

About 238 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Ky 475 over Trib. W. Fork Red River?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).

Who owns Ky 475 over Trib. W. Fork Red River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.