US Bridges

KY4 (new Circle) over Rj Corman RR

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Fayette County, Kentucky · 0.5 MI South JCT W/Us 421 · Structure no. 034B00172N

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
180 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
75,617
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY4 (new Circle) over Rj Corman RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY4 (new Circle) over Rj Corman RR in Fayette County, Kentucky. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 75,617 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 84,691 by 2043. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 130 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesKY4 (new Circle)
CrossesRj Corman RR
Location0.5 MI South JCT W/Us 421
RouteState Highway 4
CountyFayette County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.06556, -84.53694
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating81.8 US tons
Inventory rating62.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span77 ft (23.6 m)
Deck width130 ft (39.5 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic75,617 (2023)
Projected traffic84,691 by 2043
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was KY4 (new Circle) over Rj Corman RR built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY4 (new Circle) over Rj Corman RR 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does KY4 (new Circle) over Rj Corman RR carry?

About 75,617 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is KY4 (new Circle) over Rj Corman RR?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.6 m) and a deck 130 ft wide.

Who owns KY4 (new Circle) over Rj Corman RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.