US Bridges

Ky 1531 over Trib to Sheckels Run

PoorPosted for load

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.8 MI N of Ky 1819 · Structure no. 056B00082N

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,570
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1531 over Trib to Sheckels Run is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 1531 over Trib to Sheckels Run in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,570 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,570 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1531
CrossesTrib to Sheckels Run
Location0.8 MI N of Ky 1819
RouteState Highway 1531
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.13833, -85.465
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.7 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length25 ft (7.5 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.5 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,570 (2023)
Projected traffic2,570 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 1531 over Trib to Sheckels Run built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1531 over Trib to Sheckels Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 1531 over Trib to Sheckels Run carry?

About 2,570 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Ky 1531 over Trib to Sheckels Run?

The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.5 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1531 over Trib to Sheckels Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.