US Bridges

AU-9005 over Worthington RD

GoodPosted for load

Daviess County, Kentucky · Ebl .6 MI W-E.Term.Pkwy · Structure no. 030B00059R

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
140 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,771
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

AU-9005 over Worthington RD is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying AU-9005 over Worthington RD in Daviess County, Kentucky. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 3,771 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,771 by 2041. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesAU-9005
CrossesWorthington RD
LocationEbl .6 MI W-E.Term.Pkwy
RouteState Highway 9005
CountyDaviess County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.76611, -87.17694
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56.2 US tons
Inventory rating33.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length140 ft (42.7 m)
Longest span54 ft (16.5 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,771 (2021)
Projected traffic3,771 by 2041
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$712,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was AU-9005 over Worthington RD built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is AU-9005 over Worthington 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does AU-9005 over Worthington RD carry?

About 3,771 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is AU-9005 over Worthington RD?

The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns AU-9005 over Worthington RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.