US Bridges

I-65 SB Ramp over Wthrspn Adams & Rjc RR

Good

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 2.4 MI S of Zorn Av · Structure no. 056T00929N

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
749 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
72,000
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-65 SB Ramp over Wthrspn Adams & Rjc RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-65 SB Ramp over Wthrspn Adams & Rjc RR 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 72,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 87,840 by 2038. The structure is 749 ft (228.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesI-65 SB Ramp
CrossesWthrspn Adams & Rjc RR
Location2.4 MI S of Zorn Av
RouteInterstate 65
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.25972, -85.73722
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.5 US tons
Inventory rating51.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length749 ft (228.3 m)
Longest span167 ft (50.9 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic72,000 (2018)
Projected traffic87,840 by 2038
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 SB Ramp over Wthrspn Adams & Rjc RR built?

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

What condition is I-65 SB Ramp over Wthrspn Adams & Rjc RR 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 SB Ramp over Wthrspn Adams & Rjc RR carry?

About 72,000 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is I-65 SB Ramp over Wthrspn Adams & Rjc RR?

The structure is 749 ft (228.3 m) long with a longest span of 167 ft (50.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns I-65 SB Ramp over Wthrspn Adams & Rjc RR?

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