US Bridges

Ky 61 over Salt River

Fair

Bullitt County, Kentucky · 0.40 MI S of Ky 44 · Structure no. 015B00016N

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
587 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,368
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 61 over Salt River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 61 over Salt River in Bullitt County, Kentucky. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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.

It carries about 11,368 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,368 by 2039. The structure is 587 ft (178.9 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 61
CrossesSalt River
Location0.40 MI S of Ky 44
RouteState Highway 61
CountyBullitt County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.985, -85.71722
Functional classUrban Minor 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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.3 US tons
Inventory rating37.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length587 ft (178.9 m)
Longest span180 ft (54.8 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,368 (2019)
Projected traffic11,368 by 2039
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 61 over Salt River built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 61 over Salt River 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Ky 61 over Salt River carry?

About 11,368 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Ky 61 over Salt River?

The structure is 587 ft (178.9 m) long with a longest span of 180 ft (54.8 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 61 over Salt River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.