US Bridges

I-275 WB over CSX Rr-Ky 177-LICKNG Rvr

Fair

Kenton County, Kentucky · Wbl @campbell CO Ln. · Structure no. 059B00052L

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
1,527 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
50,208
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-275 WB over CSX Rr-Ky 177-LICKNG Rvr is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-275 WB over CSX Rr-Ky 177-LICKNG Rvr in Kenton County, Kentucky. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 50,208 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,229 by 2043. The structure is 1,527 ft (465.4 m) long and 55 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesI-275 WB
CrossesCSX Rr-Ky 177-LICKNG Rvr
LocationWbl @campbell CO Ln.
RouteInterstate 275
CountyKenton County
StateKentucky
Coordinates39.0225, -84.48972
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.8 US tons
Inventory rating35.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans9
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length1,527 ft (465.4 m)
Longest span220 ft (67.1 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50,208 (2023)
Projected traffic55,229 by 2043
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-275 WB over CSX Rr-Ky 177-LICKNG Rvr built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-275 WB over CSX Rr-Ky 177-LICKNG Rvr in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does I-275 WB over CSX Rr-Ky 177-LICKNG Rvr carry?

About 50,208 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is I-275 WB over CSX Rr-Ky 177-LICKNG Rvr?

The structure is 1,527 ft (465.4 m) long with a longest span of 220 ft (67.1 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns I-275 WB over CSX Rr-Ky 177-LICKNG Rvr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.