US Bridges

Ky 22 over Kentucky River

FairPosted for load

Henry County, Kentucky · At Owen Cl · Structure no. 052B00083N

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
909 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
856
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 22 over Kentucky River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 22 over Kentucky River in Henry County, Kentucky. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 years old, younger 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 856 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 856 by 2038. The structure is 909 ft (277.1 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 22
CrossesKentucky River
LocationAt Owen Cl
RouteState Highway 22
CountyHenry County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.47139, -84.95528
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.7 US tons
Inventory rating38.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length909 ft (277.1 m)
Longest span325 ft (99.1 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic856 (2018)
Projected traffic856 by 2038
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.2 mi (55 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible 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 Ky 22 over Kentucky River built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 22 over Kentucky 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 22 over Kentucky River carry?

About 856 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is Ky 22 over Kentucky River?

The structure is 909 ft (277.1 m) long with a longest span of 325 ft (99.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 22 over Kentucky River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.