US Bridges

US-23S over Ohio River CSX Streets

FairPosted for load

Boyd County, Kentucky · N-Bound 23 Spur Ovr Ohio · Structure no. 010B00058N

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
2,380 ft
3 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 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 6 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 2,380 ft (725.4 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

Location

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CarriesUS-23S
CrossesOhio River CSX Streets
LocationN-Bound 23 Spur Ovr Ohio
RouteU.S. Route 23
CountyBoyd County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.48361, -82.64056
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating47.1 US tons
Inventory rating28.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+6 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length2,380 ft (725.4 m)
Longest span740 ft (225.6 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck18 ft (5.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,737 (2022)
Projected traffic13,737 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed28 mi (45 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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-23S over Ohio River CSX Streets built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

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 2,380 ft (725.4 m) long with a longest span of 740 ft (225.6 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US-23S over Ohio River CSX Streets?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.