US Bridges

I-71 Ramp to I-65 over I-64 WB

Good

Jefferson County, Kentucky · 1.85 MI S of Zorn · Structure no. 056T00935N

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
302 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
85,117
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-71 Ramp to I-65 over I-64 WB is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-71 Ramp to I-65 over I-64 WB 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 85,117 vehicles a day, projected to reach 103,842 by 2038. The structure is 302 ft (92.2 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesI-71 Ramp to I-65
CrossesI-64 WB
Location1.85 MI S of Zorn
RouteInterstate 65
CountyJefferson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.26167, -85.72694
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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 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 rating70.8 US tons
Inventory rating54.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length302 ft (92.2 m)
Longest span115 ft (34.9 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck38 ft (11.7 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic85,117 (2018)
Projected traffic103,842 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-71 Ramp to I-65 over I-64 WB built?

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

What condition is I-71 Ramp to I-65 over I-64 WB 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does I-71 Ramp to I-65 over I-64 WB carry?

About 85,117 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is I-71 Ramp to I-65 over I-64 WB?

The structure is 302 ft (92.2 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (34.9 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns I-71 Ramp to I-65 over I-64 WB?

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