US Bridges

KY-61 KY-55 over Greensburg Rd.

Good

Adair County, Kentucky · 303 S. of JCT Ky 439 · Structure no. 001B00086N

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
182 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,875
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-61 KY-55 over Greensburg Rd. is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-61 KY-55 over Greensburg Rd. in Adair County, Kentucky. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,875 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,875 by 2043. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-61 KY-55
CrossesGreensburg Rd.
Location303 S. of JCT Ky 439
RouteState Highway 55
CountyAdair County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.10028, -85.33139
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating87.1 US tons
Inventory rating52.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length182 ft (55.5 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width75 ft (22.9 m)
Roadway width72 ft (21.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,875 (2023)
Projected traffic4,875 by 2043
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-61 KY-55 over Greensburg Rd. built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-61 KY-55 over Greensburg Rd. in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2021.

How much traffic does KY-61 KY-55 over Greensburg Rd. carry?

About 4,875 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is KY-61 KY-55 over Greensburg Rd.?

The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.

Who owns KY-61 KY-55 over Greensburg Rd.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.