US Bridges

Ky 1531 over Shakes Run

FairPosted for load

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 1.7 MI N of Ky 148 · Structure no. 056B00297N

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
75 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,753
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1531 over Shakes Run is a concrete slab carrying Ky 1531 over Shakes Run in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,753 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,753 by 2039. The structure is 75 ft (22.8 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1531
CrossesShakes Run
Location1.7 MI N of Ky 148
RouteState Highway 1531
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.21028, -85.44917
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating33.7 US tons
Inventory rating20.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length75 ft (22.8 m)
Longest span39 ft (12 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,753 (2019)
Projected traffic1,753 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 1531 over Shakes Run built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1531 over Shakes 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 1531 over Shakes Run carry?

About 1,753 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Ky 1531 over Shakes Run?

The structure is 75 ft (22.8 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (12 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1531 over Shakes Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.