US Bridges

I-65 NB on Ramp over E Liberty ST

Fair

Jefferson County, Kentucky · NB Ent Rmp-Liberty to I65 · Structure no. 056T00903N

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
98 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
84,001
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-65 NB on Ramp over E Liberty ST is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-65 NB on Ramp over E Liberty ST in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 84,001 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 100,801 by 2038. The structure is 98 ft (29.8 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesI-65 NB on Ramp
CrossesE Liberty ST
LocationNB Ent Rmp-Liberty to I65
RouteInterstate 65
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.2515, -85.74714
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72.5 US tons
Inventory rating55.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length98 ft (29.8 m)
Longest span95 ft (28.9 m)
Deck width49 ft (15 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck29 ft (9 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic84,001 (2018)
Projected traffic100,801 by 2038
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-65 NB on Ramp over E Liberty ST built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-65 NB on Ramp over E Liberty ST 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does I-65 NB on Ramp over E Liberty ST carry?

About 84,001 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is I-65 NB on Ramp over E Liberty ST?

The structure is 98 ft (29.8 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (28.9 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns I-65 NB on Ramp over E Liberty ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the State Toll Authority.