US Bridges

New Circle Road over US 60 -Versailles RD

FairPosted for load

Fayette County, Kentucky · Nbl Ovr US 60 W-Ntrch · Structure no. 034B00022R

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
215 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
38,067
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

New Circle Road over US 60 -Versailles RD is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying New Circle Road over US 60 -Versailles RD in Fayette County, Kentucky. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older 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 5 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 38,067 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,634 by 2042. The structure is 215 ft (65.5 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesNew Circle Road
CrossesUS 60 -Versailles RD
LocationNbl Ovr US 60 W-Ntrch
RouteState Highway 4
CountyFayette County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.04556, -84.56556
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60.3 US tons
Inventory rating36.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length215 ft (65.5 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.2 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic38,067 (2022)
Projected traffic42,634 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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$1.2 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was New Circle Road over US 60 -Versailles RD built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is New Circle Road over US 60 -Versailles RD 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does New Circle Road over US 60 -Versailles RD carry?

About 38,067 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is New Circle Road over US 60 -Versailles RD?

The structure is 215 ft (65.5 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns New Circle Road over US 60 -Versailles RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.