US Bridges

Ky 1472 over I-64

FairPosted for load

Franklin County, Kentucky · 1.5 MI S of US 60 · Structure no. 037B00083N

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
286 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
493
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1472 over I-64 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Ky 1472 over I-64 in Franklin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 493 vehicles a day, projected to reach 493 by 2039. The structure is 286 ft (87.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1472
CrossesI-64
Location1.5 MI S of US 60
RouteState Highway 1472
CountyFranklin County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.14694, -85.01528
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.3 US tons
Inventory rating29.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length286 ft (87.1 m)
Longest span82 ft (25 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.6 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic493 (2019)
Projected traffic493 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Ky 1472 over I-64 built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1472 over I-64 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 2024.

How much traffic does Ky 1472 over I-64 carry?

About 493 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Ky 1472 over I-64?

The structure is 286 ft (87.1 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1472 over I-64?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.