US Bridges

Ky 733 over I-65

FairPosted for load

Bullitt County, Kentucky · 0.1 MI E of Ky 61 · Structure no. 015B00069N

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
301 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
756
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 733 over I-65 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 733 over I-65 in Bullitt County, Kentucky. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 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 756 vehicles a day, projected to reach 756 by 2039. The structure is 301 ft (91.8 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 733
CrossesI-65
Location0.1 MI E of Ky 61
RouteState Highway 733
CountyBullitt County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.87194, -85.70361
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 inspectionSeptember 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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.4 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length301 ft (91.8 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.4 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic756 (2019)
Projected traffic756 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 733 over I-65 built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 733 over I-65 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 2024.

How much traffic does Ky 733 over I-65 carry?

About 756 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Ky 733 over I-65?

The structure is 301 ft (91.8 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 733 over I-65?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.