US-23 over Little Sandy River
FairGreenup County, Kentucky · .10 MI N.W. of JCT Ky 2 · Structure no. 045B00037N
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 365 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,784
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-23 over Little Sandy River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-23 over Little Sandy River in Greenup County, Kentucky. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 73 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.
It carries about 12,784 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12,784 by 2041. The structure is 365 ft (111.3 m) long and 92 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-23 over Little Sandy River built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is US-23 over Little Sandy River 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 2023.
How much traffic does US-23 over Little Sandy River carry?
About 12,784 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is US-23 over Little Sandy River?
The structure is 365 ft (111.3 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 92 ft wide.
Who owns US-23 over Little Sandy River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.