US Bridges

1-64 E/B Off Ramp over Little Sandy

Good

Boyd County, Kentucky · 185 Exit Ramp · Structure no. 010B00074N

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
293 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,808
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

1-64 E/B Off Ramp over Little Sandy is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 1-64 E/B Off Ramp over Little Sandy in Boyd County, Kentucky. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 17,808 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,081 by 2043. The structure is 293 ft (89.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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Carries1-64 E/B Off Ramp
CrossesLittle Sandy
Location185 Exit Ramp
RouteInterstate 64
CountyBoyd County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.36639, -82.70333
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99.6 US tons
Inventory rating59.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length293 ft (89.3 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,808 (2023)
Projected traffic22,081 by 2043
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 1-64 E/B Off Ramp over Little Sandy built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is 1-64 E/B Off Ramp over Little Sandy 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 October 2021.

How much traffic does 1-64 E/B Off Ramp over Little Sandy carry?

About 17,808 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is 1-64 E/B Off Ramp over Little Sandy?

The structure is 293 ft (89.3 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns 1-64 E/B Off Ramp over Little Sandy?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.