US Bridges

Ky 1932 over S Fork Beargrass Creek

FairPosted for load

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.55 MI S of Hikes LN · Structure no. 056B00119N

Built
1965
60 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
120 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
26,908
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1932 over S Fork Beargrass Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Ky 1932 over S Fork Beargrass Creek in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 60 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 26,908 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,908 by 2043. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1932
CrossesS Fork Beargrass Creek
Location0.55 MI S of Hikes LN
RouteState Highway 1932
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.21083, -85.62806
Functional classUrban Minor 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.8 US tons
Inventory rating32.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width76 ft (23.1 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,908 (2023)
Projected traffic26,908 by 2043
Trucks33%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 1932 over S Fork Beargrass Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is Ky 1932 over S Fork Beargrass Creek 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 1932 over S Fork Beargrass Creek carry?

About 26,908 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.

How long is Ky 1932 over S Fork Beargrass Creek?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1932 over S Fork Beargrass Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.