US Bridges

I-75 over Ky 3000-TIDAL Wave RD

Fair

Whitley County, Kentucky · 4.2 MI S of N-Jct US 25W · Structure no. 118B00047N

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
38,219
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-75 over Ky 3000-TIDAL Wave RD is a concrete culvert carrying I-75 over Ky 3000-TIDAL Wave RD in Whitley County, Kentucky. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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.

It carries about 38,219 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,391 by 2043. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesI-75
CrossesKy 3000-TIDAL Wave RD
Location4.2 MI S of N-Jct US 25W
RouteInterstate 75
CountyWhitley County
StateKentucky
Coordinates36.86083, -84.15028
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110 US tons
Inventory rating110 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic38,219 (2023)
Projected traffic47,391 by 2043
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$70,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-75 over Ky 3000-TIDAL Wave RD built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-75 over Ky 3000-TIDAL Wave RD 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does I-75 over Ky 3000-TIDAL Wave RD carry?

About 38,219 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is I-75 over Ky 3000-TIDAL Wave RD?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m).

Who owns I-75 over Ky 3000-TIDAL Wave RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.