US Bridges

KY841 IN265 I265 over Ohio River

Good

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 1.5 MI N of US 42 · Structure no. 056B00543N

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stayed Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
4,429 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
73,756
2017 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

KY841 IN265 I265 over Ohio River is a steel continuous stayed girder carrying KY841 IN265 I265 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 73,756 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 88,506 by 2037. The structure is 4,429 ft (1,350.1 m) long and 115 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

CarriesKY841 IN265 I265
CrossesOhio River
Location1.5 MI N of US 42
RouteState Highway 841
Coordinates38.34278, -85.64333
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStayed Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3 (+10 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length4,429 ft (1,350.1 m)
Longest span1,506 ft (459 m)
Deck width115 ft (34.9 m)
Roadway width96 ft (29.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck20 ft (6.1 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic73,756 (2017)
Projected traffic88,506 by 2037
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
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 KY841 IN265 I265 over Ohio River built?

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

What condition is KY841 IN265 I265 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does KY841 IN265 I265 over Ohio River carry?

About 73,756 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is KY841 IN265 I265 over Ohio River?

The structure is 4,429 ft (1,350.1 m) long with a longest span of 1,506 ft (459 m) and a deck 115 ft wide.

Who owns KY841 IN265 I265 over Ohio River?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.