US Bridges

Pee Wee Reese RD over I-64

FairPosted for load

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.75 MI S of Ky 2048 · Structure no. 056B00144N

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
126 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,267
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pee Wee Reese RD over I-64 is a concrete frame carrying Pee Wee Reese RD over I-64 in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 6 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 5,267 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,267 by 2040. The structure is 126 ft (38.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesPee Wee Reese RD
CrossesI-64
Location0.75 MI S of Ky 2048
RouteCity Street 1004
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.23944, -85.67556
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.2 US tons
Inventory rating39.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length126 ft (38.3 m)
Longest span54 ft (16.5 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,267 (2020)
Projected traffic5,267 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pee Wee Reese RD over I-64 built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pee Wee Reese RD over I-64 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Pee Wee Reese RD over I-64 carry?

About 5,267 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Pee Wee Reese RD over I-64?

The structure is 126 ft (38.3 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Pee Wee Reese RD over I-64?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.