Ky 1865 over Southern Ditch
FairJefferson County, Kentucky · 150 Ft S of Ky 1065 · Structure no. 056B00482N
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 173 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,860
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ky 1865 over Southern Ditch is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 1865 over Southern Ditch in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 18,860 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,860 by 2040. The structure is 173 ft (52.7 m) long and 95 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ky 1865 over Southern Ditch built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ky 1865 over Southern 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 1865 over Southern Ditch carry?
About 18,860 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Ky 1865 over Southern Ditch?
The structure is 173 ft (52.7 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 95 ft wide.
Who owns Ky 1865 over Southern Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.