US-23S over Ohio River CSX Streets
FairPosted for loadBoyd County, Kentucky · Ohio River Bridge-Ashland · Structure no. 010B00040N
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 2,276 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,737
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-23S over Ohio River CSX Streets is a steel truss - thru carrying US-23S over Ohio River CSX Streets in Boyd County, Kentucky. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 95 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 13,737 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,737 by 2042. The structure is 2,276 ft (693.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-23S over Ohio River CSX Streets built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is US-23S over Ohio River CSX Streets 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US-23S over Ohio River CSX Streets carry?
About 13,737 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US-23S over Ohio River CSX Streets?
The structure is 2,276 ft (693.8 m) long with a longest span of 739 ft (225.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US-23S over Ohio River CSX Streets?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.