US Bridges

Ky 155 over Trib to Chenoweth Run

FairPosted for load

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 1.0 MI N of Watterson TR · Structure no. 056B00014N

Built
1941
84 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
24,201
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 155 over Trib to Chenoweth Run is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 155 over Trib to Chenoweth Run in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 24,201 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,201 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 155
CrossesTrib to Chenoweth Run
Location1.0 MI N of Watterson TR
RouteState Highway 155
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.20111, -85.5725
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width72 ft (21.9 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,201 (2020)
Projected traffic24,201 by 2040
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 155 over Trib to Chenoweth Run built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 155 over Trib to Chenoweth Run 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Ky 155 over Trib to Chenoweth Run carry?

About 24,201 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Ky 155 over Trib to Chenoweth Run?

The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 155 over Trib to Chenoweth Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.