Ky-69 over Ohio River

Fair Condition60 years old7,411 vehicles/day

Location

StateKentucky
CountyHancock
LocationOhio River @ Hawesville
CarriesKy-69
CrossesOhio River
Coordinates37.90361, -86.74389

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignArch - Thru
Total Length2709.0 ft (825.7 m)
Max Span825.1 ft (251.5 m)
Deck Width33.8 ft (10.3 m)
Deck Area8504.7 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1966 (reconstructed 2015)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7,411 (2016)
Truck Traffic11%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is eligible for the National Register
Structure Number046B00043N

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