US Bridges

I-65 NB Ramp over Hancock ST

Good

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.38 MI S of Lincoln Br · Structure no. 056T00911N

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
559 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
10,500
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-65 NB Ramp over Hancock ST is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-65 NB Ramp over Hancock 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 10,500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 16,275 by 2038. The structure is 559 ft (170.3 m) long and 47 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesI-65 NB Ramp
CrossesHancock ST
Location0.38 MI S of Lincoln Br
RouteInterstate 65
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.25639, -85.74111
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
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 rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length559 ft (170.3 m)
Longest span127 ft (38.6 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck19 ft (5.8 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,500 (2018)
Projected traffic16,275 by 2038
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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 Ramp over Hancock ST built?

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

What condition is I-65 NB Ramp over Hancock ST in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.

How much traffic does I-65 NB Ramp over Hancock ST carry?

About 10,500 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is I-65 NB Ramp over Hancock ST?

The structure is 559 ft (170.3 m) long with a longest span of 127 ft (38.6 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns I-65 NB Ramp over Hancock ST?

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