US Bridges

Old Taylorsville R over Chenoweth Run

FairPosted for load

Jefferson County, Kentucky · At Chenoweth Run RD · Structure no. 056C00024N

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Masonry
Length
47 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,256
2006 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Old Taylorsville R over Chenoweth Run is a masonry arch - deck carrying Old Taylorsville R over Chenoweth Run in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,256 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,319 by 2026. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesOld Taylorsville R
CrossesChenoweth Run
LocationAt Chenoweth Run RD
RouteCity Street 1119
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.1925, -85.555
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.5 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.3 m)
Roadway width17 ft (5.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,256 (2006)
Projected traffic2,319 by 2026
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$126,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Old Taylorsville R over Chenoweth Run built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is Old Taylorsville R over Chenoweth Run 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Old Taylorsville R over Chenoweth Run carry?

About 1,256 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Old Taylorsville R over Chenoweth Run?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.5 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns Old Taylorsville R over Chenoweth Run?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.