US Bridges

Ky 1703 over S Fork Beargrass Creek

Fair

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.35 MI N of I-264 · Structure no. 056B00433N

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
70 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
18,362
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1703 over S Fork Beargrass Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 1703 over S Fork Beargrass Creek in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 18,362 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,362 by 2043. The structure is 70 ft (21.2 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1703
CrossesS Fork Beargrass Creek
Location0.35 MI N of I-264
RouteState Highway 1703
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.20556, -85.69306
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.6 US tons
Inventory rating37.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length70 ft (21.2 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.3 m)
Deck width85 ft (26 m)
Roadway width74 ft (22.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,362 (2023)
Projected traffic18,362 by 2043
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 1703 over S Fork Beargrass Creek built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1703 over S Fork Beargrass Creek 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 2022.

How much traffic does Ky 1703 over S Fork Beargrass Creek carry?

About 18,362 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Ky 1703 over S Fork Beargrass Creek?

The structure is 70 ft (21.2 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.3 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1703 over S Fork Beargrass Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.