KY-55 over Green River
GoodPosted for loadTaylor County, Kentucky · 1.7 MI Nor. of JCT Ky 565 · Structure no. 109B00015N
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 436 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,372
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
KY-55 over Green River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying KY-55 over Green River in Taylor County, Kentucky. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 7,372 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,372 by 2043. The structure is 436 ft (132.9 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was KY-55 over Green River built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is KY-55 over Green River 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does KY-55 over Green River carry?
About 7,372 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is KY-55 over Green River?
The structure is 436 ft (132.9 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns KY-55 over Green River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.