US Bridges

Beargrass RD over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek

FairPosted for load

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.2 MI E of Scenic Loop · Structure no. 056C00032N

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,511
2006 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 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 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 2,511 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,636 by 2026. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 37 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
Location0.2 MI E of Scenic Loop
RouteCity Street 1057
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.23667, -85.68778
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.4 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,511 (2006)
Projected traffic4,636 by 2026
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 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

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 2,511 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Beargrass RD over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns Beargrass RD over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.