US Bridges

I-65 over U.S. 31W

Fair

Simpson County, Kentucky · 1.98 MI N of State Line · Structure no. 107B00042N

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
213 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
52,337
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-65 over U.S. 31W is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-65 over U.S. 31W in Simpson County, Kentucky. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger 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 52,337 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 64,897 by 2043. The structure is 213 ft (64.8 m) long and 130 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI-65
CrossesU.S. 31W
Location1.98 MI N of State Line
RouteInterstate 65
CountySimpson County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.66528, -86.55611
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 rating70.2 US tons
Inventory rating42.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length213 ft (64.8 m)
Longest span129 ft (39.3 m)
Deck width130 ft (39.5 m)
Roadway width124 ft (37.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic52,337 (2023)
Projected traffic64,897 by 2043
Trucks32%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-65 over U.S. 31W built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-65 over U.S. 31W 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 2021.

How much traffic does I-65 over U.S. 31W carry?

About 52,337 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is I-65 over U.S. 31W?

The structure is 213 ft (64.8 m) long with a longest span of 129 ft (39.3 m) and a deck 130 ft wide.

Who owns I-65 over U.S. 31W?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.