US Bridges

Ky 1934 over Mill Creek Cutoff

Fair

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 2.5 MI N of Ky 1931 · Structure no. 056B00313N

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
196 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
21,125
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1934 over Mill Creek Cutoff is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 1934 over Mill Creek Cutoff in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 21,125 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,125 by 2043. The structure is 196 ft (59.6 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesKy 1934
CrossesMill Creek Cutoff
Location2.5 MI N of Ky 1931
RouteState Highway 1934
Coordinates38.17722, -85.86583
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.8 US tons
Inventory rating31.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length196 ft (59.6 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.8 m)
Deck width85 ft (25.9 m)
Roadway width76 ft (23.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,125 (2023)
Projected traffic21,125 by 2043
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 1934 over Mill Creek Cutoff built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1934 over Mill Creek Cutoff 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Ky 1934 over Mill Creek Cutoff carry?

About 21,125 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Ky 1934 over Mill Creek Cutoff?

The structure is 196 ft (59.6 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.8 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1934 over Mill Creek Cutoff?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.