US Bridges

I-64 WB & Ramps over Witherspoon & CSX RR

Good

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 0.85 MI W of US 42 WB · Structure no. 056T00933N

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
175 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
144,000
2008 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-64 WB & Ramps over Witherspoon & CSX RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-64 WB & Ramps over Witherspoon & CSX 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 144,000 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 165,600 by 2028. The structure is 175 ft (53.2 m) long and 134 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesI-64 WB & Ramps
CrossesWitherspoon & CSX RR
Location0.85 MI W of US 42 WB
RouteInterstate 64
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.26111, -85.73639
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 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 rating55 US tons
Inventory rating42.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length175 ft (53.2 m)
Longest span96 ft (29.3 m)
Deck width134 ft (40.9 m)
Roadway width128 ft (39 m)
Vertical clearance over deck37 ft (11.4 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic144,000 (2008)
Projected traffic165,600 by 2028
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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-64 WB & Ramps over Witherspoon & CSX RR built?

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

What condition is I-64 WB & Ramps over Witherspoon & CSX 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does I-64 WB & Ramps over Witherspoon & CSX RR carry?

About 144,000 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is I-64 WB & Ramps over Witherspoon & CSX RR?

The structure is 175 ft (53.2 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.3 m) and a deck 134 ft wide.

Who owns I-64 WB & Ramps over Witherspoon & CSX RR?

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