US 23 over Ohio River
FairGreenup County, Kentucky · N Terminus of US 23 · Structure no. 045B00086N
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stayed Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 2,155 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,891
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 23 over Ohio River is a steel stayed girder carrying US 23 over Ohio River in Greenup County, Kentucky. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 8,891 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,341 by 2038. The structure is 2,155 ft (656.8 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 23 over Ohio River built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 23 over Ohio 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 23 over Ohio River carry?
About 8,891 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 23 over Ohio River?
The structure is 2,155 ft (656.8 m) long with a longest span of 875 ft (266.7 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.
Who owns US 23 over Ohio River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.