US Bridges

Ky 956 - Bypass over CSX Railroad

Good

Madison County, Kentucky · 0.2 Mi. E of Ky 595 · Structure no. 076B00109N

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
228 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,736
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 956 - Bypass over CSX Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 956 - Bypass over CSX Railroad in Madison County, Kentucky. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 6,736 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,736 by 2041. The structure is 228 ft (69.5 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesKy 956 - Bypass
CrossesCSX Railroad
Location0.2 Mi. E of Ky 595
RouteState Highway 956
CountyMadison County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.59083, -84.3025
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating77.5 US tons
Inventory rating46.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length228 ft (69.5 m)
Longest span88 ft (26.8 m)
Deck width96 ft (29.3 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,736 (2021)
Projected traffic6,736 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 956 - Bypass over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 956 - Bypass over CSX Railroad in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does Ky 956 - Bypass over CSX Railroad carry?

About 6,736 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Ky 956 - Bypass over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 228 ft (69.5 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 956 - Bypass over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.