US Bridges

Ky 2048 over I-64 M Fk Beargrass Crk

Fair

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.8 MI N of Dutchmans LN · Structure no. 056B00262N

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
407 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
13,864
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 2048 over I-64 M Fk Beargrass Crk is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 2048 over I-64 M Fk Beargrass Crk in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 13,864 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,864 by 2040. The structure is 407 ft (124.1 m) long and 83 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 2048
CrossesI-64 M Fk Beargrass Crk
Location0.8 MI N of Dutchmans LN
RouteState Highway 2048
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.23583, -85.65833
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69 US tons
Inventory rating41.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length407 ft (124.1 m)
Longest span103 ft (31.4 m)
Deck width83 ft (25.2 m)
Roadway width71 ft (21.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,864 (2020)
Projected traffic13,864 by 2040
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 2048 over I-64 M Fk Beargrass Crk built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 2048 over I-64 M Fk Beargrass Crk 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 2048 over I-64 M Fk Beargrass Crk carry?

About 13,864 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Ky 2048 over I-64 M Fk Beargrass Crk?

The structure is 407 ft (124.1 m) long with a longest span of 103 ft (31.4 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 2048 over I-64 M Fk Beargrass Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.