US Bridges

Red River RD over CSX Railroad

PoorClosed to traffic

Clark County, Kentucky · .20 MI West of JCT Ky 89 · Structure no. 025R00614N

Built
1919
106 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
83 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
183
2019 count
Owner
Railroad
Railroad

About this bridge

Red River RD over CSX Railroad is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Red River RD over CSX Railroad in Clark County, Kentucky. It was built in 1919, so it is 106 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 2 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. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 183 vehicles a day, projected to reach 183 by 2039. The structure is 83 ft (25.3 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesRed River RD
CrossesCSX Railroad
Location.20 MI West of JCT Ky 89
RouteCounty Highway 1137
CountyClark County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.87194, -84.07278
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Deck geometry0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating0.2 US tons
Inventory rating0.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length83 ft (25.3 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width18 ft (5.5 m)
Roadway width12 ft (3.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic183 (2019)
Projected traffic183 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerRailroad
Maintained byRailroad
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$224,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Red River RD over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 1919, making it 106 years old in 2025.

What condition is Red River RD over CSX Railroad 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 2024.

How much traffic does Red River RD over CSX Railroad carry?

About 183 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Red River RD over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 83 ft (25.3 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns Red River RD over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the Railroad.