KY-3042
Carrying KY-3042 over DIX RVR-HERRINGTON LAKE
.05 MI EAST OF KY34, Boyle, Kentucky
Data updated May 2026
FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.
Bridge Snapshot: KY-3042
The KY-3042 bridge in Boyle, Kentucky carries KY-3042 over DIX RVR-HERRINGTON LAKE. It was built in 1924, making it 102 years old today. It was last reconstructed in 1961, extending its service life. The structure is built primarily of steel and spans 3 sections, stretching 166.7 meters (547 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 630 vehicles, placing it in the lower-traffic tier of Kentucky bridges. It is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.
The latest FHWA inspection records show a deck rating of 3/9, superstructure at 5/9, substructure at 6/9. The weakest component sits in poor condition. At least one major component here scores 4 or below, triggering the FHWA's structurally deficient classification, a repair flag rather than a closure order. Its NBI inventory load rating is 0.1 metric tons.
Sourced from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for refresh cadence and NBI release vintage.
How KY-3042 compares
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Sufficiency Rating
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Structural Details
- Year Built
- 1924
- Last Reconstructed
- 1961
- Material
- Steel
- Number of Spans
- 3
- Structure Length
- 166.7 m (547 ft)
- Deck Width
- 6.1 m (20 ft)
- Owner
- State Highway Agency
- Avg Daily Traffic
- 630 vehicles/day
- Structure Number
- 011B00005N
Location
Data Source
FHWA National Bridge Inventory (NBI).
FHWA NBI Program ↗Condition Analysis
- • The deck (driving surface) rates poor at 3/9, advanced deterioration that should be prioritized for repair.
- • The superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) is in fair condition (5/9), with minor deterioration that may require routine maintenance.
- • The substructure (piers and abutments) is in fair condition (6/9), with minor deterioration that may require routine maintenance.
How to read this record
KY-3042 is flagged structurally deficient, a federal repair-and-funding flag, not a closure order. Here is how to read that.
- NBI condition ratings reflect the most recent inspection, which can be up to 24 months old, treat them as a snapshot, not a live status.
- Understand what "structurally deficient" does and does not mean before drawing conclusions. What "structurally deficient" means
- Compare KY-3042 against other structures in Boyle and across Kentucky. Kentucky bridges
- Noticed visible damage or a safety concern? Report it to the agency that owns the bridge, or call 911 in an emergency. How to report a bridge
Condition codes come straight from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory and are not a real-time safety judgment. Only the owning agency, a state DOT, county, or other owner, can post, restrict, or close a bridge.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do the condition ratings mean for KY-3042?
KY-3042 in Boyle, Kentucky has a deck rating of 3/9, superstructure rating of 5/9, and substructure rating of 6/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.
How often is KY-3042 inspected?
KY-3042 follows the FHWA's national bridge inspection cycle. It carries about 630 vehicles per day.
What does "structurally deficient" mean for a bridge?
KY-3042 is currently classified as structurally deficient, a federal repair-and-funding flag, not a closure order.
What is the inventory load rating for KY-3042?
KY-3042 has an NBI inventory load rating of 0.1 metric tons.
Who is responsible for maintaining KY-3042?
KY-3042 is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.
How old is KY-3042 and does age affect safety?
KY-3042 was built in 1924, making it 102 years old and last reconstructed in 1961.
Disclaimer: Bridge condition data is from the FHWA NBI and reflects the last reported inspection. A structurally deficient rating does not mean a bridge is closed or unsafe for travel, it indicates the bridge requires repair or replacement. For current closure or safety information, contact your state DOT.
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