Ky-87 over Barren River

Fair Condition77 years old576 vehicles/day

Location

StateKentucky
CountyMonroe
Location.70 Mi Sou. Of Jct Ky 678
CarriesKy-87
CrossesBarren River
Coordinates36.67444, -85.95361

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length381.9 ft (116.4 m)
Max Span100.1 ft (30.5 m)
Deck Width24.0 ft (7.3 m)
Deck Area849.7 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1949

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic576 (2023)
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number086B00025N

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