US-31W over Chaffee Avenue
GoodHardin County, Kentucky · 1.1 MI N of Bullion Blvd · Structure no. 047B00112N
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 215 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,066
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-31W over Chaffee Avenue is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-31W over Chaffee Avenue in Hardin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 12,066 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,066 by 2040. The structure is 215 ft (65.5 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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-31W over Chaffee Avenue built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-31W over Chaffee Avenue 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 2022.
How much traffic does US-31W over Chaffee Avenue carry?
About 12,066 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US-31W over Chaffee Avenue?
The structure is 215 ft (65.5 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.
Who owns US-31W over Chaffee Avenue?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.