US Bridges

CR-1323|JONES Lane over Br of Piles Run

FairPosted for load

Washington County, Kentucky · 0.17 MI W JCT KY-55 · Structure no. 115C00088N

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
30
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR-1323|JONES Lane over Br of Piles Run is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR-1323|JONES Lane over Br of Piles Run in Washington County, Kentucky. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 5 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 37 by 2044. The structure is 40 ft (12.3 m) long and 13 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).

Location

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CarriesCR-1323|JONES Lane
CrossesBr of Piles Run
Location0.17 MI W JCT KY-55
RouteCounty Highway 1323
CountyWashington County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.82167, -85.29861
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating50.6 US tons
Inventory rating30.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.3 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.7 m)
Deck width13 ft (4 m)
Roadway width13 ft (4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2024)
Projected traffic37 by 2044
Trucks—
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed100 mi (161 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR-1323|JONES Lane over Br of Piles Run built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR-1323|JONES Lane over Br of Piles Run 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does CR-1323|JONES Lane over Br of Piles Run carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is CR-1323|JONES Lane over Br of Piles Run?

The structure is 40 ft (12.3 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.7 m) and a deck 13 ft wide.

Who owns CR-1323|JONES Lane over Br of Piles Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.