US-25 over Little Laurel River
FairPosted for loadLaurel County, Kentucky · .50 MI S of S-Jct Ky 1006 · Structure no. 063B00025N
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 132 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,976
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-25 over Little Laurel River is a concrete tee beam carrying US-25 over Little Laurel River in Laurel County, Kentucky. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 10,976 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,976 by 2042. The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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-25 over Little Laurel River built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-25 over Little Laurel 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US-25 over Little Laurel River carry?
About 10,976 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US-25 over Little Laurel River?
The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US-25 over Little Laurel River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.