US Bridges

I-65 NB over Ohio River

Good

Jefferson County, Kentucky · At Ky/In State Line · Structure no. 056B00526R

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stayed Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
2,106 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
35,943
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-65 NB over Ohio River is a steel continuous stayed girder carrying I-65 NB over Ohio River in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 35,943 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,537 by 2043. The structure is 2,106 ft (641.9 m) long and 101 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesI-65 NB
CrossesOhio River
LocationAt Ky/In State Line
RouteInterstate 65
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.26472, -85.74278
Functional classUrban 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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.5 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStayed Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length2,106 ft (641.9 m)
Longest span750 ft (228.6 m)
Deck width101 ft (30.8 m)
Roadway width96 ft (29.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35,943 (2023)
Projected traffic39,537 by 2043
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-65 NB over Ohio River built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-65 NB over Ohio River 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does I-65 NB over Ohio River carry?

About 35,943 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is I-65 NB over Ohio River?

The structure is 2,106 ft (641.9 m) long with a longest span of 750 ft (228.6 m) and a deck 101 ft wide.

Who owns I-65 NB over Ohio River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the State Toll Authority.