US Bridges

US 127 Bypass Nc over NS (cno&tp) System

FairPosted for load

Anderson County, Kentucky · .5 MI S JCT Ky 151 · Structure no. 003B00010L

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
240 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,237
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 127 Bypass Nc over NS (cno&tp) System is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 127 Bypass Nc over NS (cno&tp) System in Anderson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 10,237 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,237 by 2039. The structure is 240 ft (73.3 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 127 Bypass Nc
CrossesNS (cno&tp) System
Location.5 MI S JCT Ky 151
RouteU.S. Route 127
CountyAnderson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.06194, -84.92111
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating53.8 US tons
Inventory rating32.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length240 ft (73.3 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,237 (2019)
Projected traffic10,237 by 2039
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 127 Bypass Nc over NS (cno&tp) System built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 127 Bypass Nc over NS (cno&tp) System in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does US 127 Bypass Nc over NS (cno&tp) System carry?

About 10,237 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 127 Bypass Nc over NS (cno&tp) System?

The structure is 240 ft (73.3 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns US 127 Bypass Nc over NS (cno&tp) System?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.