US Bridges

KY-1039 over I-71

Good

Gallatin County, Kentucky · 0.5 Miles N. of Ky 465 · Structure no. 039B00045N

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
259 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,965
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-1039 over I-71 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-1039 over I-71 in Gallatin 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 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 5,965 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,965 by 2042. The structure is 259 ft (78.9 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesKY-1039
CrossesI-71
Location0.5 Miles N. of Ky 465
RouteState Highway 1039
Coordinates38.69139, -84.93861
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating95.3 US tons
Inventory rating57.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length259 ft (78.9 m)
Longest span85 ft (26 m)
Deck width76 ft (23.2 m)
Roadway width73 ft (22.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,965 (2022)
Projected traffic5,965 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 KY-1039 over I-71 built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-1039 over I-71 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 July 2021.

How much traffic does KY-1039 over I-71 carry?

About 5,965 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is KY-1039 over I-71?

The structure is 259 ft (78.9 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (26 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.

Who owns KY-1039 over I-71?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.