Ky-185 over Barren River

Fair Condition66 years old7,142 vehicles/day

Location

StateKentucky
CountyWarren
Location2.23 Mi N Of Jct US 68-80
CarriesKy-185
CrossesBarren River
Coordinates37.03000, -86.44500

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignGirder and Floorbeam
Total Length586.0 ft (178.6 m)
Max Span200.1 ft (61 m)
Deck Width38.1 ft (11.6 m)
Deck Area2071.8 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1960

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7,142 (2022)
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number114B00003N

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