US Bridges

Lemons Mill RD over NS (cno&tp) System

PoorPosted for load

Scott County, Kentucky · .5 MI E-Broadway-Us 25 · Structure no. 105C00112N

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
110 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,404
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lemons Mill RD over NS (cno&tp) System is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Lemons Mill RD over NS (cno&tp) System in Scott County, Kentucky. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,404 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,404 by 2043. The structure is 110 ft (33.6 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesLemons Mill RD
CrossesNS (cno&tp) System
Location.5 MI E-Broadway-Us 25
RouteCity Street 1010
Coordinates38.20361, -84.54861
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating19.8 US tons
Inventory rating11.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length110 ft (33.6 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.3 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,404 (2023)
Projected traffic2,404 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Lemons Mill RD over NS (cno&tp) System built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lemons Mill RD over NS (cno&tp) System in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Lemons Mill RD over NS (cno&tp) System carry?

About 2,404 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Lemons Mill RD over NS (cno&tp) System?

The structure is 110 ft (33.6 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Lemons Mill RD over NS (cno&tp) System?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.