US Bridges

KY-15 over CSX Rr-Main St-Carr Fk

FairPosted for load

Perry County, Kentucky · Viaduct in Vicco · Structure no. 097B00011N

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
565 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,773
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-15 over CSX Rr-Main St-Carr Fk is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-15 over CSX Rr-Main St-Carr Fk in Perry County, Kentucky. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 6,773 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,773 by 2042. The structure is 565 ft (172.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-15
CrossesCSX Rr-Main St-Carr Fk
LocationViaduct in Vicco
RouteState Highway 15
CountyPerry County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.21722, -83.06028
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.1 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+3 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length565 ft (172.2 m)
Longest span160 ft (48.8 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,773 (2022)
Projected traffic6,773 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$3.2 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-15 over CSX Rr-Main St-Carr Fk built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-15 over CSX Rr-Main St-Carr Fk 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does KY-15 over CSX Rr-Main St-Carr Fk carry?

About 6,773 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is KY-15 over CSX Rr-Main St-Carr Fk?

The structure is 565 ft (172.2 m) long with a longest span of 160 ft (48.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns KY-15 over CSX Rr-Main St-Carr Fk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.