Ky 259 over I-65
GoodWarren County, Kentucky · 2.2 MI N JCT U.S. 68/80 · Structure no. 114B00094N
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 266 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 87
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ky 259 over I-65 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ky 259 over I-65 in Warren County, Kentucky. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 87 vehicles a day, projected to reach 87 by 2041. The structure is 266 ft (81.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ky 259 over I-65 built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ky 259 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Ky 259 over I-65 carry?
About 87 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Ky 259 over I-65?
The structure is 266 ft (81.1 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Ky 259 over I-65?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.