US Bridges

Veterans Parkway over US 31 L&i RR

Good

Clark County, Indiana · 00.89 S SR 265 · Structure no. 008953

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
226 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,188
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Veterans Parkway over US 31 L&i RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Veterans Parkway over US 31 L&i RR in Clark County, Indiana. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger than the Indiana average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 6,188 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,067 by 2030. The structure is 226 ft (68.8 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesVeterans Parkway
CrossesUS 31 L&i RR
Location00.89 S SR 265
RouteCity Street 0
CountyClark County
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.32961, -85.75002
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.5 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length226 ft (68.8 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.4 m)
Deck width82 ft (25 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,188 (2004)
Projected traffic9,067 by 2030
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Veterans Parkway over US 31 L&i RR built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Veterans Parkway over US 31 L&i RR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does Veterans Parkway over US 31 L&i RR carry?

About 6,188 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Veterans Parkway over US 31 L&i RR?

The structure is 226 ft (68.8 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns Veterans Parkway over US 31 L&i RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.