US Bridges

Ky 155 over Trib to Chenoweth Run

FairPosted for load

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.1 MI S of Chenoweth Rn · Structure no. 056B00016N

Built
1953
72 years old, rebuilt 2001
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,034
2018 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 1953 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 72 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 15,034 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,034 by 2038. The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 155
CrossesTrib to Chenoweth Run
Location0.1 MI S of Chenoweth Rn
RouteState Highway 155
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.18806, -85.55083
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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.1 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,034 (2018)
Projected traffic15,034 by 2038
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.

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 15,034 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Ky 155 over Trib to Chenoweth Run?

The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 155 over Trib to Chenoweth Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.