Ky 73 over I-65
GoodSimpson County, Kentucky · 4.70 MI N of State Line · Structure no. 107B00046N
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 245 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 753
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ky 73 over I-65 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 73 over I-65 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 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 753 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 753 by 2041. The structure is 245 ft (74.7 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ky 73 over I-65 built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ky 73 over I-65 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 July 2021.
How much traffic does Ky 73 over I-65 carry?
About 753 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Ky 73 over I-65?
The structure is 245 ft (74.7 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Ky 73 over I-65?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.