US Bridges

I-64 over Ky 1531

Good

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 3.05 MI E of I-265 · Structure no. 056B00492N

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
160 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
67,709
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-64 over Ky 1531 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-64 over Ky 1531 in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 67,709 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 83,959 by 2043. The structure is 160 ft (48.7 m) long and 130 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesI-64
CrossesKy 1531
Location3.05 MI E of I-265
RouteInterstate 64
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.22056, -85.44917
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110 US tons
Inventory rating66.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length160 ft (48.7 m)
Longest span82 ft (25 m)
Deck width130 ft (39.5 m)
Roadway width124 ft (37.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic67,709 (2023)
Projected traffic83,959 by 2043
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 I-64 over Ky 1531 built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-64 over Ky 1531 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 April 2021.

How much traffic does I-64 over Ky 1531 carry?

About 67,709 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is I-64 over Ky 1531?

The structure is 160 ft (48.7 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 130 ft wide.

Who owns I-64 over Ky 1531?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.