US Bridges

Beargrass RD over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek

FairPosted for load

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.15 MI E of Scenic Loop · Structure no. 056C00030N

Built
1910
115 years old, rebuilt 2016
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
58 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,269
2009 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Beargrass RD over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying Beargrass RD over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1910 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 115 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 5 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 1,269 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,269 by 2029. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesBeargrass RD
CrossesMid Fork Beargrass Creek
Location0.15 MI E of Scenic Loop
RouteCity Street 1057
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.23833, -85.69167
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
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length58 ft (17.7 m)
Longest span58 ft (17.7 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.5 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,269 (2009)
Projected traffic1,269 by 2029
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Beargrass RD over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek built?

It was built in 1910, making it 115 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.

What condition is Beargrass RD over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does Beargrass RD over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek carry?

About 1,269 vehicles per day (2009 count).

How long is Beargrass RD over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek?

The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Beargrass RD over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.