US Bridges

KY-222 over I-65

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Hardin County, Kentucky · 0.26 MI W JCT 31W · Structure no. 047B00191N

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
194 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,407
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-222 over I-65 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-222 over I-65 in Hardin County, Kentucky. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 8,407 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,407 by 2037. The structure is 194 ft (59.2 m) long and 184 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-222
CrossesI-65
Location0.26 MI W JCT 31W
RouteState Highway 222
CountyHardin County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.59611, -85.86861
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 24 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 rating61.1 US tons
Inventory rating47.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length194 ft (59.2 m)
Longest span95 ft (29.1 m)
Deck width184 ft (56.2 m)
Roadway width182 ft (55.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck18 ft (5.4 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,407 (2017)
Projected traffic8,407 by 2037
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-222 over I-65 built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-222 over I-65 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-222 over I-65 carry?

About 8,407 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is KY-222 over I-65?

The structure is 194 ft (59.2 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29.1 m) and a deck 184 ft wide.

Who owns KY-222 over I-65?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.