US Bridges

Easum RD over Chenoweth Run

FairPosted for load

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 300 Ft W of Chnwth Run RD · Structure no. 056C00047N

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,005
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Easum RD over Chenoweth Run is a concrete tee beam carrying Easum RD over Chenoweth Run in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 1,005 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,856 by 2026. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesEasum RD
CrossesChenoweth Run
Location300 Ft W of Chnwth Run RD
RouteCounty Highway 1009
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.1675, -85.55139
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating33.3 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,005 (2006)
Projected traffic1,856 by 2026
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Easum RD over Chenoweth Run built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Easum RD 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 Easum RD over Chenoweth Run carry?

About 1,005 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Easum RD over Chenoweth Run?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Easum RD over Chenoweth Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.