US Bridges

Ky 1531 over Long Run

FairPosted for load

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 1.0 MI S of US 60 · Structure no. 056B00125N

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
135 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,753
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1531 over Long Run is a concrete tee beam carrying Ky 1531 over Long Run in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 1,753 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,753 by 2039. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1531
CrossesLong Run
Location1.0 MI S of US 60
RouteState Highway 1531
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.21972, -85.44889
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating51.1 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length135 ft (41.1 m)
Longest span33 ft (10.1 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,753 (2019)
Projected traffic1,753 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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$479,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 1531 over Long Run built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1531 over Long 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 1531 over Long Run carry?

About 1,753 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Ky 1531 over Long Run?

The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1531 over Long Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.