Ky-81 over Panther Creek

Fair Condition92 years old3,554 vehicles/day

Location

StateKentucky
CountyDaviess
Location1.8 Mi Nor. Of Jct Ky 554
CarriesKy-81
CrossesPanther Creek
Coordinates37.69000, -87.19111

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignTruss - Thru
Total Length246.1 ft (75 m)
Max Span109.9 ft (33.5 m)
Deck Width27.6 ft (8.4 m)
Deck Area630 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1934

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,554 (2023)
Truck Traffic15%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 12 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is eligible for the National Register
Structure Number030B00055N

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