US Bridges

I-65 over Phillips LN

FairPosted for load

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.45 MI N of I-264 · Structure no. 056B00209N

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
145 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
129,829
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-65 over Phillips LN is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-65 over Phillips LN in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 68 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 129,829 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 142,811 by 2042. The structure is 145 ft (44.3 m) long and 133 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesI-65
CrossesPhillips LN
Location0.45 MI N of I-264
RouteInterstate 65
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.19667, -85.73361
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
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.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load 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 rating46.6 US tons
Inventory rating27.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length145 ft (44.3 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.4 m)
Deck width133 ft (40.5 m)
Roadway width127 ft (38.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic129,829 (2022)
Projected traffic142,811 by 2042
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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$1.8 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-65 over Phillips LN built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is I-65 over Phillips LN 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 Phillips LN carry?

About 129,829 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is I-65 over Phillips LN?

The structure is 145 ft (44.3 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 133 ft wide.

Who owns I-65 over Phillips LN?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.