US Bridges

Audubon Pky Nc over Pennyrile Pkwy

Good

Henderson County, Kentucky · Over Pennyrile Pw Ntrchg · Structure no. 051B00073L

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
191 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,838
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Audubon Pky Nc over Pennyrile Pkwy is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Audubon Pky Nc over Pennyrile Pkwy in Henderson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,838 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,838 by 2039. The structure is 191 ft (58.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesAudubon Pky Nc
CrossesPennyrile Pkwy
LocationOver Pennyrile Pw Ntrchg
RouteState Highway 9005
CountyHenderson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.81, -87.56389
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating74.6 US tons
Inventory rating44.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length191 ft (58.1 m)
Longest span93 ft (28.3 m)
Deck width30 ft (9 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,838 (2019)
Projected traffic4,838 by 2039
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$656,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Audubon Pky Nc over Pennyrile Pkwy built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Audubon Pky Nc over Pennyrile Pkwy 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 May 2022.

How much traffic does Audubon Pky Nc over Pennyrile Pkwy carry?

About 4,838 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is Audubon Pky Nc over Pennyrile Pkwy?

The structure is 191 ft (58.1 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Audubon Pky Nc over Pennyrile Pkwy?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.