US Bridges

Ky 44 over CSX Railroad

Good

Bullitt County, Kentucky · 0.35 MI E of Jefferson Cl · Structure no. 015B00091N

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
163 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,647
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 44 over CSX Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 44 over CSX Railroad in Bullitt County, Kentucky. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 2,647 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,647 by 2043. The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 44
CrossesCSX Railroad
Location0.35 MI E of Jefferson Cl
RouteState Highway 44
CountyBullitt County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.01694, -85.90472
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110 US tons
Inventory rating76.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length163 ft (49.7 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.1 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,647 (2023)
Projected traffic2,647 by 2043
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 44 over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 44 over CSX Railroad 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Ky 44 over CSX Railroad carry?

About 2,647 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Ky 44 over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 44 over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.