US-231 over Ohio River in ST Rt 66
FairPosted for loadDaviess County, Kentucky · 2.6 MI N JCT US60 · Structure no. 030B00164N
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stayed Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 4,510 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,388
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-231 over Ohio River in ST Rt 66 is a steel continuous stayed girder carrying US-231 over Ohio River in ST Rt 66 in Daviess County, Kentucky. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 8,388 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,388 by 2041. The structure is 4,510 ft (1,374.6 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-231 over Ohio River in ST Rt 66 built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-231 over Ohio River in ST Rt 66 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US-231 over Ohio River in ST Rt 66 carry?
About 8,388 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US-231 over Ohio River in ST Rt 66?
The structure is 4,510 ft (1,374.6 m) long with a longest span of 1,200 ft (365.8 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.
Who owns US-231 over Ohio River in ST Rt 66?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.