Ky-56 over Ohio River At Shawneetow

Fair Condition70 years old2,618 vehicles/day

Location

StateKentucky
CountyUnion
LocationOhio River Bridge
CarriesKy-56
CrossesOhio River At Shawneetow
Coordinates37.69111, -88.13194

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignTruss - Thru
Total Length3200.1 ft (975.4 m)
Max Span825.1 ft (251.5 m)
Deck Width28.9 ft (8.8 m)
Deck Area8583.5 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1956

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,618 (2021)
Truck Traffic23%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection424
Inspection FrequencyEvery 12 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is eligible for the National Register
Structure Number113B00045N

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