US Bridges

AU-9005 over US 41

Fair

Henderson County, Kentucky · Over Pennyrile Pw Ntrchg · Structure no. 051B00073R

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
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

AU-9005 over US 41 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying AU-9005 over US 41 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 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 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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CarriesAU-9005
CrossesUS 41
LocationOver Pennyrile Pw Ntrchg
RouteState Highway 9005
CountyHenderson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.80972, -87.56361
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 AU-9005 over US 41 built?

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

What condition is AU-9005 over US 41 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 AU-9005 over US 41 carry?

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

How long is AU-9005 over US 41?

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 AU-9005 over US 41?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.