US Bridges

Edward T Breathitt over CSX Railroad

Fair

Christian County, Kentucky · Sbl .5 MI N of US 41A Ntr · Structure no. 024B00102L

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
155 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,974
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Edward T Breathitt over CSX Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Edward T Breathitt over CSX Railroad in Christian County, Kentucky. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 6 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 8,974 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10,051 by 2042. The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesEdward T Breathitt
CrossesCSX Railroad
LocationSbl .5 MI N of US 41A Ntr
RouteState Highway 9004
CountyChristian County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.83972, -87.46722
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.5 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length155 ft (47.2 m)
Longest span52 ft (15.8 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,974 (2022)
Projected traffic10,051 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Edward T Breathitt over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Edward T Breathitt over CSX Railroad 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 June 2021.

How much traffic does Edward T Breathitt over CSX Railroad carry?

About 8,974 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Edward T Breathitt over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns Edward T Breathitt over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.