US Bridges

Goldsmith LN over Trib S Fk Beargrass Crk

FairPosted for load

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.2 MI N of Hikes LN · Structure no. 056C00062N

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,464
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Goldsmith LN over Trib S Fk Beargrass Crk is a concrete culvert carrying Goldsmith LN over Trib S Fk Beargrass Crk in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 6,464 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,464 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 44 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesGoldsmith LN
CrossesTrib S Fk Beargrass Crk
Location0.2 MI N of Hikes LN
RouteCounty Highway 1025
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.20778, -85.65194
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 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 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 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,464 (2023)
Projected traffic6,464 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$107,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Goldsmith LN over Trib S Fk Beargrass Crk built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is Goldsmith LN over Trib S Fk Beargrass Crk 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 Goldsmith LN over Trib S Fk Beargrass Crk carry?

About 6,464 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Goldsmith LN over Trib S Fk Beargrass Crk?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Goldsmith LN over Trib S Fk Beargrass Crk?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.