US Bridges

I-65 NB over I-64 EB Ramps & Wthrspn

Good

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.25 MI S of Lincoln Br · Structure no. 056T00914R

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
864 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
60,500
2008 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-65 NB over I-64 EB Ramps & Wthrspn is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-65 NB over I-64 EB Ramps & Wthrspn 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 60,500 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 69,575 by 2028. The structure is 864 ft (263.2 m) long and 51 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesI-65 NB
CrossesI-64 EB Ramps & Wthrspn
Location0.25 MI S of Lincoln Br
RouteInterstate 65
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.25806, -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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 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 rating65 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length864 ft (263.2 m)
Longest span137 ft (41.9 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic60,500 (2008)
Projected traffic69,575 by 2028
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-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 over I-64 EB Ramps & Wthrspn built?

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

What condition is I-65 NB over I-64 EB Ramps & Wthrspn 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does I-65 NB over I-64 EB Ramps & Wthrspn carry?

About 60,500 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is I-65 NB over I-64 EB Ramps & Wthrspn?

The structure is 864 ft (263.2 m) long with a longest span of 137 ft (41.9 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns I-65 NB over I-64 EB Ramps & Wthrspn?

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