US Bridges

US-41 Nc over Ohio River

FairPosted for load

Henderson County, Kentucky · Sbl Ohio River Bridge · Structure no. 051B00007L

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
5,428 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
21,344
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-41 Nc over Ohio River is a steel truss - thru carrying US-41 Nc over Ohio River in Henderson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 21,344 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,344 by 2043. The structure is 5,428 ft (1,654.4 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS-41 Nc
CrossesOhio River
LocationSbl Ohio River Bridge
RouteU.S. Route 41
Coordinates37.90444, -87.55139
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47 US tons
Inventory rating28.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+29 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length5,428 ft (1,654.4 m)
Longest span720 ft (219.5 m)
Deck width36 ft (11.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck18 ft (5.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,344 (2023)
Projected traffic21,344 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-41 Nc over Ohio River built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-41 Nc over Ohio River 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US-41 Nc over Ohio River carry?

About 21,344 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US-41 Nc over Ohio River?

The structure is 5,428 ft (1,654.4 m) long with a longest span of 720 ft (219.5 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns US-41 Nc over Ohio River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.