US Bridges

Sims RD (cr 1171) over I-65

Fair

Warren County, Kentucky · 5.37 M N JCT 107/114 C.L. · Structure no. 114B00098N

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
265 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,620
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sims RD (cr 1171) over I-65 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sims RD (cr 1171) over I-65 in Warren County, Kentucky. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 1,620 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,620 by 2039. The structure is 265 ft (80.9 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesSims RD (cr 1171)
CrossesI-65
Location5.37 M N JCT 107/114 C.L.
RouteCounty Highway 1244
CountyWarren County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.89083, -86.44083
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating58.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length265 ft (80.9 m)
Longest span89 ft (27 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,620 (2019)
Projected traffic1,620 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Sims RD (cr 1171) over I-65 built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sims RD (cr 1171) over I-65 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Sims RD (cr 1171) over I-65 carry?

About 1,620 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Sims RD (cr 1171) over I-65?

The structure is 265 ft (80.9 m) long with a longest span of 89 ft (27 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Sims RD (cr 1171) over I-65?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.