Ky-56 over Ohio River At Shawneetow
Fair Condition70 years old2,618 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Union |
| Location | Ohio River Bridge |
| Carries | Ky-56 |
| Crosses | Ohio River At Shawneetow |
| Coordinates | 37.69111, -88.13194 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 5 (Fair) |
| Superstructure | 5 (Fair) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 5 (Fair) |
| Scour Critical | 5 — Stable for scour |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel Continuous |
| Design | Truss - Thru |
| Total Length | 3200.1 ft (975.4 m) |
| Max Span | 825.1 ft (251.5 m) |
| Deck Width | 28.9 ft (8.8 m) |
| Deck Area | 8583.5 sq m |
| Main Spans | 2 |
| Year Built | 1956 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 2,618 (2021) |
| Truck Traffic | 23% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 424 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 12 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 113B00045N |