I-71 over Kentucky River

Fair Condition59 years old20,629 vehicles/day

Location

StateKentucky
CountyCarroll
LocationSbl .2 Mi Sw-ky 227 Ntrch
CarriesI-71
CrossesKentucky River
Coordinates38.64306, -85.12472

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignGirder and Floorbeam
Total Length769.0 ft (234.4 m)
Max Span319.9 ft (97.5 m)
Deck Width35.8 ft (10.9 m)
Deck Area2555.0 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1967

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic20,629 (2023)
Truck Traffic17%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection923
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number021B00042L

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