US Bridges

I-75 over CSX Rr-N Bway-N Limeston

Fair

Fayette County, Kentucky · Nbl Ovr US 27 Ntrch · Structure no. 034B00083R

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
495 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
51,049
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-75 over CSX Rr-N Bway-N Limeston is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-75 over CSX Rr-N Bway-N Limeston in Fayette County, Kentucky. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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.

It carries about 51,049 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,154 by 2042. The structure is 495 ft (150.9 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesI-75
CrossesCSX Rr-N Bway-N Limeston
LocationNbl Ovr US 27 Ntrch
RouteInterstate 75
CountyFayette County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.07583, -84.45556
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no 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 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length495 ft (150.9 m)
Longest span91 ft (27.6 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.1 m)
Roadway width63 ft (19.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic51,049 (2022)
Projected traffic56,154 by 2042
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-75 over CSX Rr-N Bway-N Limeston built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-75 over CSX Rr-N Bway-N Limeston 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 I-75 over CSX Rr-N Bway-N Limeston carry?

About 51,049 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is I-75 over CSX Rr-N Bway-N Limeston?

The structure is 495 ft (150.9 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.6 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns I-75 over CSX Rr-N Bway-N Limeston?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.