US Bridges

I-264 WB over I-264 EB on Ramp

Fair

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.2 MI W of US 31W · Structure no. 056B00270N

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
205 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
38,712
2012 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-264 WB over I-264 EB on Ramp is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-264 WB over I-264 EB on Ramp in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 38,712 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,583 by 2032. The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesI-264 WB
CrossesI-264 EB on Ramp
Location0.2 MI W of US 31W
RouteInterstate 264
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.18639, -85.81556
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating74.6 US tons
Inventory rating44.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length205 ft (62.5 m)
Longest span76 ft (23.1 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.9 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic38,712 (2012)
Projected traffic42,583 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$1.3 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-264 WB over I-264 EB on Ramp built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-264 WB over I-264 EB on Ramp 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does I-264 WB over I-264 EB on Ramp carry?

About 38,712 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is I-264 WB over I-264 EB on Ramp?

The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.1 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns I-264 WB over I-264 EB on Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.