US Bridges

Broad Run RD over Broad Run

PoorPosted for load

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.9 MI S of Back Run RD · Structure no. 056C00168N

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected January 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
58 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
392
2009 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Broad Run RD over Broad Run is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Broad Run RD over Broad Run in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 392 vehicles a day, projected to reach 392 by 2029. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesBroad Run RD
CrossesBroad Run
Location0.9 MI S of Back Run RD
RouteCounty Highway 1001
Coordinates38.09667, -85.52056
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, 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 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 rating31.2 US tons
Inventory rating18.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length58 ft (17.7 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width18 ft (5.5 m)
Roadway width17 ft (5.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic392 (2009)
Projected traffic392 by 2029
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$130,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Broad Run RD over Broad Run built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Broad Run RD over Broad Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.

How much traffic does Broad Run RD over Broad Run carry?

About 392 vehicles per day (2009 count).

How long is Broad Run RD over Broad Run?

The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns Broad Run RD over Broad Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.