US Bridges

I-65 over Caldwell ST

Fair

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.25 MI N of ST Catherine · Structure no. 056B00190N

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1982
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
158 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
122,766
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-65 over Caldwell ST is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-65 over Caldwell ST in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 65 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 122,766 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 135,042 by 2043. The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long and 113 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesI-65
CrossesCaldwell ST
Location0.25 MI N of ST Catherine
RouteInterstate 65
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.24, -85.75306
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
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.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.5 US tons
Inventory rating34.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length158 ft (48.2 m)
Longest span64 ft (19.4 m)
Deck width113 ft (34.5 m)
Roadway width108 ft (32.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic122,766 (2023)
Projected traffic135,042 by 2043
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$2.2 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-65 over Caldwell ST built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.

What condition is I-65 over Caldwell ST 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does I-65 over Caldwell ST carry?

About 122,766 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is I-65 over Caldwell ST?

The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.4 m) and a deck 113 ft wide.

Who owns I-65 over Caldwell ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.