US Bridges

Glenarm RD over I-71

Fair

Oldham County, Kentucky · 0.46 MI W of Ky 146 · Structure no. 093B00032N

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
255 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
495
2006 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Glenarm RD over I-71 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Glenarm RD over I-71 in Oldham County, Kentucky. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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.

It carries about 495 vehicles a day, projected to reach 690 by 2026. The structure is 255 ft (77.7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesGlenarm RD
CrossesI-71
Location0.46 MI W of Ky 146
RouteCounty Highway 1205
CountyOldham County
StateKentucky
Coordinates38.35694, -85.47167
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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.3 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length255 ft (77.7 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic495 (2006)
Projected traffic690 by 2026
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Glenarm RD over I-71 built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Glenarm RD over I-71 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 2023.

How much traffic does Glenarm RD over I-71 carry?

About 495 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Glenarm RD over I-71?

The structure is 255 ft (77.7 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Glenarm RD over I-71?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.