US Bridges

Ky 1531 over Cane Run

PoorPosted for load

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 2.0 MI N of Ky 1819 · Structure no. 056B00083N

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
129 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,570
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1531 over Cane Run is a concrete tee beam carrying Ky 1531 over Cane 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 129 ft (39.3 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1531
CrossesCane Run
Location2.0 MI N of Ky 1819
RouteState Highway 1531
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.15528, -85.47056
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.6 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length129 ft (39.3 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.8 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$438,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 1531 over Cane Run built?

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

What condition is Ky 1531 over Cane 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 Cane Run carry?

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

How long is Ky 1531 over Cane Run?

The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1531 over Cane Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.