US Bridges

Oh S.R. 253 over Ohio River

Fair

Greenup County, Kentucky · Greenup Locks & Dam · Structure no. CEPORHKY4028601

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
3,526 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
7,890
2023 count
Owner
Federal
Corps of Engineers (Civil)

About this bridge

Oh S.R. 253 over Ohio River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Oh S.R. 253 over Ohio River in Greenup County, Kentucky. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 7,890 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,000 by 2041. The structure is 3,526 ft (1,074.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesOh S.R. 253
CrossesOhio River
LocationGreenup Locks & Dam
RouteState Highway 253
CountyGreenup County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.64667, -82.85833
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating58 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5 (+6 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length3,526 ft (1,074.6 m)
Longest span380 ft (115.7 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,890 (2023)
Projected traffic10,000 by 2041
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCorps of Engineers (Civil)
Maintained byCorps of Engineers (Civil)
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$11.2 million (2023 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Oh S.R. 253 over Ohio River built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is Oh S.R. 253 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Oh S.R. 253 over Ohio River carry?

About 7,890 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is Oh S.R. 253 over Ohio River?

The structure is 3,526 ft (1,074.6 m) long with a longest span of 380 ft (115.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Oh S.R. 253 over Ohio River?

It is owned by the Corps of Engineers (Civil).