US Bridges

CR-1233A9 over CSX R/R

FairPosted for load

Laurel County, Kentucky · Off 25 Macfaden to Levi · Structure no. 063R00606N

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Girder and Floorbeam System
Steel
Length
120 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
243
2012 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR-1233A9 over CSX R/R is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying CR-1233A9 over CSX R/R in Laurel County, Kentucky. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 243 vehicles a day, projected to reach 442 by 2032. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesCR-1233A9
CrossesCSX R/R
LocationOff 25 Macfaden to Levi
RouteCounty Highway 1233
CountyLaurel County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.0675, -84.05639
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating19.2 US tons
Inventory rating14.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeGirder and Floorbeam System
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1 (+6 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width16 ft (5 m)
Roadway width16 ft (5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic243 (2012)
Projected traffic442 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was CR-1233A9 over CSX R/R built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR-1233A9 over CSX R/R 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does CR-1233A9 over CSX R/R carry?

About 243 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is CR-1233A9 over CSX R/R?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns CR-1233A9 over CSX R/R?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.