SOMERSET, Ky. (May 1, 2020) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) has announced a reduction in the load limit on the KY 90 Cumberland River Bridge in Burkesville effective today, May 1. The load reduction results from a recent bridge inspection that uncovered evidence of deterioration.
The new load limits on the bridge are:
- Type 1: 21 tons
- Type 2: 21 tons
- Type 3: 24 tons
- Type 4: 35 tons
New load rating signage has been installed at the bridge end and will remain in place until repairs have been made.
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The mission of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is to provide a safe, efficient, environmentally sound and fiscally responsible transportation system that enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.
The cabinet maintains more than 27,000 miles of roads. It oversees 57 public airports and 33 public transportation systems, licensure of 3.1 million drivers and the registration of 4 million vehicles per year.
In KYTC District 8, the cabinet maintains 2,400 miles of roads in 10 counties.
