US-31WB over Western Kentucky Parkway
GoodHardin County, Kentucky · Over Wkypw Interchange · Structure no. 047B00108L
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 230 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,090
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-31WB over Western Kentucky Parkway is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-31WB over Western Kentucky Parkway in Hardin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 12,090 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,090 by 2043. The structure is 230 ft (70.1 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-31WB over Western Kentucky Parkway built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-31WB over Western Kentucky Parkway 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US-31WB over Western Kentucky Parkway carry?
About 12,090 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US-31WB over Western Kentucky Parkway?
The structure is 230 ft (70.1 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns US-31WB over Western Kentucky Parkway?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.