Ky 17 over Ohio River
PoorPosted for loadKenton County, Kentucky · Suspension Br Ovr Ohio Rv · Structure no. 059B00048N
- Built
- 1867
- 158 years old, rebuilt 1955
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Suspension
- Steel
- Length
- 2,162 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,054
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ky 17 over Ohio River is a steel suspension carrying Ky 17 over Ohio River in Kenton County, Kentucky. It was built in 1867 and reconstructed in 1955, so it is 158 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 9,054 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,054 by 2038. The structure is 2,162 ft (659 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ky 17 over Ohio River built?
It was built in 1867, making it 158 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1955.
What condition is Ky 17 over Ohio River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does Ky 17 over Ohio River carry?
About 9,054 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Ky 17 over Ohio River?
The structure is 2,162 ft (659 m) long with a longest span of 1,057 ft (322.2 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns Ky 17 over Ohio River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.