Harrodsburg Bypass over Southern Railroad
GoodMercer County, Kentucky · 0.7 MI S of JCT W/Ky 152 · Structure no. 084B00041R
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 223 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,783
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Harrodsburg Bypass over Southern Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Harrodsburg Bypass over Southern Railroad in Mercer County, Kentucky. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 4,783 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,783 by 2042. The structure is 223 ft (68.1 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Harrodsburg Bypass over Southern Railroad built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Harrodsburg Bypass over Southern 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 August 2022.
How much traffic does Harrodsburg Bypass over Southern Railroad carry?
About 4,783 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is Harrodsburg Bypass over Southern Railroad?
The structure is 223 ft (68.1 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns Harrodsburg Bypass over Southern Railroad?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.