Bridge Needs A Home

Bridge Needs A Home

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is looking for a new home for an old bridge in Perry County.The state plans to replace a nearly century-old bridge in Jeff with a modern span as part of the Bridging Kentucky initiative. The existing bridge is a two-span pony truss bridge. It carries Kenmont Road over the North Fork of the Kentucky River.The bridge was built in 1926 and has been deemed eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. It is approximately 202 feet long and 20 feet wide.To make room for the new bridge, the old one must be removed and the Federal Highway Administration is looking for a new owner.

Source: MG News


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