Ky-296 over Cumberland River

Fair Condition50 years old3,376 vehicles/day

Location

StateKentucky
CountyWhitley
Location.05 Mi West Of Jct US 25w
CarriesKy-296
CrossesCumberland River
Coordinates36.74333, -84.15694

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical7 — Countermeasures installed

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length445.9 ft (135.9 m)
Max Span180.1 ft (54.9 m)
Deck Width40.7 ft (12.4 m)
Deck Area1685.2 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1976

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,376 (2021)
Truck Traffic15%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection223
Inspection FrequencyEvery 48 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number118B00094N

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