US Bridges

Ky 61 over I-264 & Ramps to I-65

FairPosted for load

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.35 MI N of Durrett LN · Structure no. 056B00342N

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
524 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
20,905
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 61 over I-264 & Ramps to I-65 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 61 over I-264 & Ramps to I-65 in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 20,905 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,905 by 2043. The structure is 524 ft (159.8 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 61
CrossesI-264 & Ramps to I-65
Location0.35 MI N of Durrett LN
RouteState Highway 61
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.19083, -85.72694
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
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 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating30.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length524 ft (159.8 m)
Longest span99 ft (30.3 m)
Deck width72 ft (22 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,905 (2023)
Projected traffic20,905 by 2043
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 61 over I-264 & Ramps to I-65 built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 61 over I-264 & Ramps to I-65 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 2024.

How much traffic does Ky 61 over I-264 & Ramps to I-65 carry?

About 20,905 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Ky 61 over I-264 & Ramps to I-65?

The structure is 524 ft (159.8 m) long with a longest span of 99 ft (30.3 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 61 over I-264 & Ramps to I-65?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.