US 31W (dixie Hwy) over Salt River
FairJefferson County, Kentucky · At Hardin Cl · Structure no. 056B00034N
- Built
- 1943
- 82 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 877 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,821
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 31W (dixie Hwy) over Salt River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 31W (dixie Hwy) over Salt River in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1943, so it is 82 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 21,821 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,821 by 2038. The structure is 877 ft (267.3 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 31W (dixie Hwy) over Salt River built?
It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 31W (dixie Hwy) over Salt 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 31W (dixie Hwy) over Salt River carry?
About 21,821 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 31W (dixie Hwy) over Salt River?
The structure is 877 ft (267.3 m) long with a longest span of 200 ft (61 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns US 31W (dixie Hwy) over Salt River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.