US Bridges

US-23 R to KY-1426 over US-23

Good

Pike County, Kentucky · Ramp B to Downtown Pville · Structure no. 098B00184N

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Segmental Box Girder
Concrete Continuous
Length
369 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
26,831
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-23 R to KY-1426 over US-23 is a concrete continuous segmental box girder carrying US-23 R to KY-1426 over US-23 in Pike County, Kentucky. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 26,831 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,831 by 2042. The structure is 369 ft (112.5 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS-23 R to KY-1426
CrossesUS-23
LocationRamp B to Downtown Pville
RouteU.S. Route 23
Coordinates37.47306, -82.535
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.8 US tons
Inventory rating37.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSegmental Box Girder
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length369 ft (112.5 m)
Longest span185 ft (56.4 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,831 (2022)
Projected traffic26,831 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$1.2 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-23 R to KY-1426 over US-23 built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-23 R to KY-1426 over US-23 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US-23 R to KY-1426 over US-23 carry?

About 26,831 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US-23 R to KY-1426 over US-23?

The structure is 369 ft (112.5 m) long with a longest span of 185 ft (56.4 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns US-23 R to KY-1426 over US-23?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.