US Bridges

Gellhaus LN over Chenoweth Run

FairPosted for load

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 200 Ft S of Chnwth Run RD · Structure no. 056C00060N

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,409
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Gellhaus LN over Chenoweth Run is a concrete tee beam carrying Gellhaus LN 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 3,409 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,409 by 2038. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesGellhaus LN
CrossesChenoweth Run
Location200 Ft S of Chnwth Run RD
RouteCounty Highway 1027
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.16, -85.54222
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating18 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 traffic3,409 (2018)
Projected traffic3,409 by 2038
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Gellhaus LN over Chenoweth Run built?

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

What condition is Gellhaus LN 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 Gellhaus LN over Chenoweth Run carry?

About 3,409 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Gellhaus LN 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 Gellhaus LN over Chenoweth Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.