US Bridges

KY-139 over Over Muddy Fork Branch

Good

Trigg County, Kentucky · 2.5 MI N. of JCT Ky 124 · Structure no. 111B00059N

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
317 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,535
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-139 over Over Muddy Fork Branch is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-139 over Over Muddy Fork Branch in Trigg County, Kentucky. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 2,535 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,535 by 2041. The structure is 317 ft (96.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesKY-139
CrossesOver Muddy Fork Branch
Location2.5 MI N. of JCT Ky 124
RouteState Highway 139
Coordinates36.91417, -87.84444
Functional classRural Major 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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.4 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length317 ft (96.6 m)
Longest span109 ft (33.2 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,535 (2021)
Projected traffic2,535 by 2041
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
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-139 over Over Muddy Fork Branch built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-139 over Over Muddy Fork Branch 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-139 over Over Muddy Fork Branch carry?

About 2,535 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is KY-139 over Over Muddy Fork Branch?

The structure is 317 ft (96.6 m) long with a longest span of 109 ft (33.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns KY-139 over Over Muddy Fork Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.