South US 25E over Cumberland River
FairKnox County, Kentucky · .8 Mi.N JCT Bell CO Lne · Structure no. 061B00089L
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 433 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,298
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
South US 25E over Cumberland River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying South US 25E over Cumberland River in Knox County, Kentucky. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 5,298 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,298 by 2043. The structure is 433 ft (132 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was South US 25E over Cumberland River built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is South US 25E over Cumberland River 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 2022.
How much traffic does South US 25E over Cumberland River carry?
About 5,298 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is South US 25E over Cumberland River?
The structure is 433 ft (132 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns South US 25E over Cumberland River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.