US Bridges

KY-1223 over CSX RR

FairPosted for load

Laurel County, Kentucky · 1.7 Mi. W. JCT US 25 · Structure no. 063R00605N

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
78 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
398
2023 count
Owner
Railroad
Railroad

About this bridge

KY-1223 over CSX RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-1223 over CSX RR in Laurel County, Kentucky. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 5 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 398 vehicles a day, projected to reach 398 by 2043. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 13 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-1223
CrossesCSX RR
Location1.7 Mi. W. JCT US 25
RouteState Highway 1223
CountyLaurel County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.99333, -84.105
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating33 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length78 ft (23.8 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width13 ft (4 m)
Roadway width12 ft (3.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic398 (2023)
Projected traffic398 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerRailroad
Maintained byRailroad
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-1223 over CSX RR built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-1223 over CSX RR 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 KY-1223 over CSX RR carry?

About 398 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is KY-1223 over CSX RR?

The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 13 ft wide.

Who owns KY-1223 over CSX RR?

It is owned by the Railroad.