Bridges
Kentucky / Brook Street Bridge
Updated Oct 28, 2025
Key Issues Identified
- Steel girders have corrosion, cracks and distortion
- Temporary steel piers were added in 2020 and 2023 for shoring purposes
- Concrete abutments and piers have widespread and deep spalling with exposed rebar
Inspection rating
Poor
Meaning at least one of its main components (deck, superstructure, or substructure) requires significant maintenance and repair to remain safe. Inspection is current every 3 months, and has been as often as every 2 weeks in the past.
current ratings
- Deck: 5
- Superstructure: 3
- Substructure: 4
Bridge Overview
Crosses Over:
- Kentucky Street
- Brook Street
Year Built: 1959
Bridge Type: Steel Bridge
Planned Improvements
- Full Replacement, resulting in another steel bridge
Why it Matters
- Safer roads for the future, better mobility and economic competitiveness
Timeline
- Under construction August 2025; completion expected March 2027
