Edward Breathitt P over US 68 By-Pass
FairChristian County, Kentucky · _1.0 M S 41A Overpass · Structure no. 024B00167L
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 285 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,036
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Edward Breathitt P over US 68 By-Pass is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Edward Breathitt P over US 68 By-Pass 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 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 7,036 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,880 by 2042. The structure is 285 ft (86.8 m) long and 46 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Edward Breathitt P over US 68 By-Pass built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is Edward Breathitt P over US 68 By-Pass 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 2023.
How much traffic does Edward Breathitt P over US 68 By-Pass carry?
About 7,036 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is Edward Breathitt P over US 68 By-Pass?
The structure is 285 ft (86.8 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns Edward Breathitt P over US 68 By-Pass?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.