US-31E over South Fork Nolin River
FairLarue County, Kentucky · 1.5 MI S of S-Jct Ky 61 · Structure no. 062B00025N
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 152 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,987
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-31E over South Fork Nolin River is a concrete tee beam carrying US-31E over South Fork Nolin River in Larue County, Kentucky. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 5 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 2,987 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,987 by 2043. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-31E over South Fork Nolin River built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-31E over South Fork Nolin 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US-31E over South Fork Nolin River carry?
About 2,987 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US-31E over South Fork Nolin River?
The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US-31E over South Fork Nolin River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.