Edward T Breathitt over Elam Ditch
FairHenderson County, Kentucky · Sbl .9 M S of Ky 425 Ntrc · Structure no. 051B00068L
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 141 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,699
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Edward T Breathitt over Elam Ditch is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Edward T Breathitt over Elam Ditch in Henderson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 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 7,699 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,546 by 2043. The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Edward T Breathitt over Elam Ditch built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Edward T Breathitt over Elam Ditch 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Edward T Breathitt over Elam Ditch carry?
About 7,699 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is Edward T Breathitt over Elam Ditch?
The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns Edward T Breathitt over Elam Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.