US Bridges

AU-9005 over Green River

FairPosted for load

Henderson County, Kentucky · At Daviess - Henderson Cl · Structure no. 051B00072N

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Girder and Floorbeam System
Steel Continuous
Length
942 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,930
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

AU-9005 over Green River is a steel continuous girder and floorbeam system carrying AU-9005 over Green River in Henderson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 9,930 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,930 by 2039. The structure is 942 ft (287.1 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesAU-9005
CrossesGreen River
LocationAt Daviess - Henderson Cl
RouteState Highway 9005
CountyHenderson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.75639, -87.29694
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.3 US tons
Inventory rating30.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeGirder and Floorbeam System
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length942 ft (287.1 m)
Longest span330 ft (100.6 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.7 m)
Roadway width65 ft (19.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,930 (2019)
Projected traffic9,930 by 2039
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was AU-9005 over Green River built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is AU-9005 over Green 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does AU-9005 over Green River carry?

About 9,930 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is AU-9005 over Green River?

The structure is 942 ft (287.1 m) long with a longest span of 330 ft (100.6 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns AU-9005 over Green River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.