US Bridges

Julian M Caroll Pa over US 45

Fair

Graves County, Kentucky · Sbl @n-Ntrch US 45 Bypass · Structure no. 042B00155L

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
238 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,431
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Julian M Caroll Pa over US 45 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Julian M Caroll Pa over US 45 in Graves County, Kentucky. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 6 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 5,431 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,974 by 2043. The structure is 238 ft (72.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesJulian M Caroll Pa
CrossesUS 45
LocationSbl @n-Ntrch US 45 Bypass
RouteInterstate 69
CountyGraves County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.76722, -88.64306
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating97.2 US tons
Inventory rating58.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length238 ft (72.5 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.4 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,431 (2023)
Projected traffic5,974 by 2043
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Julian M Caroll Pa over US 45 built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Julian M Caroll Pa over US 45 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Julian M Caroll Pa over US 45 carry?

About 5,431 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is Julian M Caroll Pa over US 45?

The structure is 238 ft (72.5 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Julian M Caroll Pa over US 45?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.