US Bridges

Ky 1747 over Greasy Ditch

Fair

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.20 MI N of I-65 · Structure no. 056B00385N

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
87 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
31,278
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1747 over Greasy Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 1747 over Greasy Ditch in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 31,278 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,278 by 2043. The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1747
CrossesGreasy Ditch
Location0.20 MI N of I-65
RouteState Highway 1747
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.15722, -85.71361
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
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 inspectionFebruary 2024
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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 spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length87 ft (26.5 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.2 m)
Deck width96 ft (29.4 m)
Roadway width71 ft (21.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,278 (2023)
Projected traffic31,278 by 2043
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 1747 over Greasy Ditch built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1747 over Greasy Ditch 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 1747 over Greasy Ditch carry?

About 31,278 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Ky 1747 over Greasy Ditch?

The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1747 over Greasy Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.