Ky-55 over Beech Fork River

Fair Condition79 years old851 vehicles/day

Location

StateKentucky
CountyNelson
LocationOn Washington - Nelson Cl
CarriesKy-55
CrossesBeech Fork River
Coordinates37.83278, -85.29611

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length336.9 ft (102.7 m)
Max Span85.0 ft (25.9 m)
Deck Width31.5 ft (9.6 m)
Deck Area985.9 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1947 (reconstructed 1970)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic851 (2023)
Truck Traffic12%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number090B00022N

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