US Bridges

Dupont RD over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek

FairPosted for load

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.3 MI N of Dutchmans LN · Structure no. 056C00045N

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
62 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,378
2009 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Dupont RD over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Dupont RD over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 7,378 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7,378 by 2029. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesDupont RD
CrossesMid Fork Beargrass Creek
Location0.3 MI N of Dutchmans LN
RouteCity Street 1436
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.235, -85.63667
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30.2 US tons
Inventory rating18.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,378 (2009)
Projected traffic7,378 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

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$265,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Dupont RD over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Dupont 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 Dupont RD over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek carry?

About 7,378 vehicles per day (2009 count).

How long is Dupont RD over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Dupont RD over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.