US-60 over Smith Ditch
FairPosted for loadUnion County, Kentucky · 1.8 MI S.E. of JCT Ky 365 · Structure no. 113B00028N
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 140 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,232
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-60 over Smith Ditch is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US-60 over Smith Ditch in Union County, Kentucky. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,232 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,232 by 2043. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 79.5 mi (128 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-60 over Smith Ditch built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-60 over Smith Ditch 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US-60 over Smith Ditch carry?
About 2,232 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US-60 over Smith Ditch?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns US-60 over Smith Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.