US Bridges

Ky 3005 over Western Ky Parkway

Good

Hardin County, Kentucky · 1.2 MI South of Ky 1904 · Structure no. 047B00171N

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
263 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,872
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 3005 over Western Ky Parkway is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 3005 over Western Ky Parkway in Hardin County, Kentucky. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 6,872 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,872 by 2040. The structure is 263 ft (80.2 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 3005
CrossesWestern Ky Parkway
Location1.2 MI South of Ky 1904
RouteState Highway 3005
CountyHardin County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.65444, -85.88944
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.5 US tons
Inventory rating49.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length263 ft (80.2 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width85 ft (25.9 m)
Roadway width82 ft (25 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,872 (2020)
Projected traffic6,872 by 2040
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 3005 over Western Ky Parkway built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 3005 over Western Ky 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 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 3005 over Western Ky Parkway carry?

About 6,872 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is Ky 3005 over Western Ky Parkway?

The structure is 263 ft (80.2 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 3005 over Western Ky Parkway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.