US Bridges

KY-313 over Ky 434

Fair

Hardin County, Kentucky · .4 MI N. JCT I-65 · Structure no. 047B00151R

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
283 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,190
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-313 over Ky 434 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-313 over Ky 434 in Hardin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 4,190 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,190 by 2042. The structure is 283 ft (86.3 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-313
CrossesKy 434
Location.4 MI N. JCT I-65
RouteState Highway 313
CountyHardin County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.80333, -85.75444
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating110 US tons
Inventory rating91.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length283 ft (86.3 m)
Longest span93 ft (28.4 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,190 (2022)
Projected traffic4,190 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-313 over Ky 434 built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-313 over Ky 434 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-313 over Ky 434 carry?

About 4,190 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is KY-313 over Ky 434?

The structure is 283 ft (86.3 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns KY-313 over Ky 434?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.