US Bridges

Julian M Caroll Pa over P&l Railway

Good

Graves County, Kentucky · Sbl .20 MI E of US45N Ntr · Structure no. 042B00156L

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
172 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,086
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Julian M Caroll Pa over P&l Railway is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Julian M Caroll Pa over P&l Railway 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 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 4,086 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,067 by 2041. The structure is 172 ft (52.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesJulian M Caroll Pa
CrossesP&l Railway
LocationSbl .20 MI E of US45N Ntr
RouteInterstate 69
Coordinates36.76917, -88.6375
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionAugust 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating103.5 US tons
Inventory rating62.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length172 ft (52.5 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.2 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,086 (2021)
Projected traffic5,067 by 2041
Trucks35%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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 P&l Railway built?

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

What condition is Julian M Caroll Pa over P&l Railway 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 August 2022.

How much traffic does Julian M Caroll Pa over P&l Railway carry?

About 4,086 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.

How long is Julian M Caroll Pa over P&l Railway?

The structure is 172 ft (52.5 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Julian M Caroll Pa over P&l Railway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.