US-127 over Green River in Liberty
PoorCasey County, Kentucky · .1 MI S of JCT Ky 2313 · Structure no. 023B00021N
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 324 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,092
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-127 over Green River in Liberty is a concrete tee beam carrying US-127 over Green River in Liberty in Casey County, Kentucky. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 9,092 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,092 by 2038. The structure is 324 ft (98.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-127 over Green River in Liberty built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-127 over Green River in Liberty in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does US-127 over Green River in Liberty carry?
About 9,092 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US-127 over Green River in Liberty?
The structure is 324 ft (98.8 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US-127 over Green River in Liberty?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.