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KY-361 (bullion) over US 31W

Fair

Hardin County, Kentucky · Bullion Blvd over US 31W · Structure no. 047B00111N

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
219 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
7,563
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-361 (bullion) over US 31W is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-361 (bullion) over US 31W 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 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 7,563 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,563 by 2043. The structure is 219 ft (66.9 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-361 (bullion)
CrossesUS 31W
LocationBullion Blvd over US 31W
RouteState Highway 361
CountyHardin County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.87833, -85.96556
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating73.9 US tons
Inventory rating44.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length219 ft (66.9 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.1 m)
Deck width88 ft (26.7 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,563 (2023)
Projected traffic7,563 by 2043
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$2.3 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-361 (bullion) over US 31W built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-361 (bullion) over US 31W 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does KY-361 (bullion) over US 31W carry?

About 7,563 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is KY-361 (bullion) over US 31W?

The structure is 219 ft (66.9 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.

Who owns KY-361 (bullion) over US 31W?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.