US-68 over Cumberland Parkway
FairMetcalfe County, Kentucky · U.S. 68 over 9008 Parkway · Structure no. 085B00039N
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 260 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,487
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-68 over Cumberland Parkway is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-68 over Cumberland Parkway in Metcalfe County, Kentucky. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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.
It carries about 3,487 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,487 by 2041. The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-68 over Cumberland Parkway built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-68 over Cumberland Parkway 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US-68 over Cumberland Parkway carry?
About 3,487 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US-68 over Cumberland Parkway?
The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns US-68 over Cumberland Parkway?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.