US Bridges

Ky 155 over Cane Run

Fair

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.95 MI N of Spencer Cl · Structure no. 056B00294N

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
88 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,485
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 155 over Cane Run is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 155 over Cane Run in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, younger 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 14,485 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,485 by 2043. The structure is 88 ft (26.7 m) long and 92 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 155
CrossesCane Run
Location0.95 MI N of Spencer Cl
RouteState Highway 155
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.15611, -85.43639
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length88 ft (26.7 m)
Longest span43 ft (13 m)
Deck width92 ft (28.1 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,485 (2023)
Projected traffic14,485 by 2043
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 155 over Cane Run built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 155 over Cane Run 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 155 over Cane Run carry?

About 14,485 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Ky 155 over Cane Run?

The structure is 88 ft (26.7 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13 m) and a deck 92 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 155 over Cane Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.