US Bridges

Christian Way over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek

FairPosted for load

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.17 MI S of US 60 · Structure no. 056C00276N

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
41 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,880
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Christian Way over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek is a steel culvert carrying Christian Way over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 5 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 4,880 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,248 by 2041. The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long and 98 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesChristian Way
CrossesMid Fork Beargrass Creek
Location0.17 MI S of US 60
RouteCity Street 1181
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.24639, -85.60694
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.7 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length41 ft (12.4 m)
Longest span20 ft (6 m)
Deck width98 ft (29.9 m)
Roadway width65 ft (19.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,880 (2021)
Projected traffic5,248 by 2041
Trucks—
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

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 Christian Way over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Christian Way 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 Christian Way over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek carry?

About 4,880 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Christian Way over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m) and a deck 98 ft wide.

Who owns Christian Way over Mid Fork Beargrass Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.