US Bridges

Alta Vista RD over I-64 WB

Fair

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.25 MI S of US 60A · Structure no. 056B00146L

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
72 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,759
2006 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Alta Vista RD over I-64 WB is a concrete frame carrying Alta Vista RD over I-64 WB 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,759 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,094 by 2026. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesAlta Vista RD
CrossesI-64 WB
Location0.25 MI S of US 60A
RouteCity Street 1044
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.24222, -85.6875
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
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
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating88.8 US tons
Inventory rating53.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length72 ft (21.9 m)
Longest span64 ft (19.6 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,759 (2006)
Projected traffic5,094 by 2026
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Alta Vista RD over I-64 WB built?

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

What condition is Alta Vista RD over I-64 WB 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 Alta Vista RD over I-64 WB carry?

About 2,759 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Alta Vista RD over I-64 WB?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.6 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Alta Vista RD over I-64 WB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.