US Bridges

Ky 1819 over Chenoweth Run

Fair

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 3.45 MI N of Ky 1531 · Structure no. 056B00309N

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
134 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,561
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1819 over Chenoweth Run is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 1819 over Chenoweth Run in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 6 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 2,561 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,561 by 2043. The structure is 134 ft (40.7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1819
CrossesChenoweth Run
Location3.45 MI N of Ky 1531
RouteState Highway 1819
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.1325, -85.52472
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating88.3 US tons
Inventory rating53 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length134 ft (40.7 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.1 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,561 (2023)
Projected traffic2,561 by 2043
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 1819 over Chenoweth Run built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1819 over Chenoweth 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 1819 over Chenoweth Run carry?

About 2,561 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Ky 1819 over Chenoweth Run?

The structure is 134 ft (40.7 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1819 over Chenoweth Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.