US Bridges

Ky 1531 over Trib to Long Run

Good

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 2.1 MI N of Ky 148 · Structure no. 056B00481N

Built
2004
21 years old, rebuilt 2008
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,753
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1531 over Trib to Long Run is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 1531 over Trib to Long Run in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 2004 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 21 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,753 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,753 by 2039. The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1531
CrossesTrib to Long Run
Location2.1 MI N of Ky 148
RouteState Highway 1531
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.21583, -85.44611
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.4 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.4 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.4 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,753 (2019)
Projected traffic1,753 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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 1531 over Trib to Long Run built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.

What condition is Ky 1531 over Trib to Long Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 1531 over Trib to Long Run carry?

About 1,753 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Ky 1531 over Trib to Long Run?

The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.4 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1531 over Trib to Long Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.