US 42 over I-264
FairJefferson County, Kentucky · 0.1 MI W of Ky 22 · Structure no. 056B00002N
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 203 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 39,805
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 42 over I-264 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 42 over I-264 in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 58 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 5 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 39,805 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,805 by 2043. The structure is 203 ft (62 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 42 over I-264 built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is US 42 over I-264 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 42 over I-264 carry?
About 39,805 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 42 over I-264?
The structure is 203 ft (62 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.8 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.
Who owns US 42 over I-264?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.