US Bridges

Edward Breathitt over Sivley RD

Good

Christian County, Kentucky · .2 M S US41A Overpass · Structure no. 024B00166L

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
163 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,036
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Edward Breathitt over Sivley RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Edward Breathitt over Sivley RD in Christian County, Kentucky. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 7,036 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,880 by 2042. The structure is 163 ft (49.6 m) long and 63 ft wide.

CarriesEdward Breathitt
CrossesSivley RD
Location.2 M S US41A Overpass
RouteState Highway 9004
Coordinates36.82806, -87.47611
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83.7 US tons
Inventory rating50.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length163 ft (49.6 m)
Longest span75 ft (23 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.1 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,036 (2022)
Projected traffic7,880 by 2042
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Edward Breathitt over Sivley RD built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Edward Breathitt over Sivley RD 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Edward Breathitt over Sivley RD carry?

About 7,036 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is Edward Breathitt over Sivley RD?

The structure is 163 ft (49.6 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (23 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns Edward Breathitt over Sivley RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.