US Bridges

SR 60 over Persimmon Run

Good

Clark County, Indiana · 04.93 W SR 111 · Structure no. 021531

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
86 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,960
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 60 over Persimmon Run is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 60 over Persimmon Run in Clark County, Indiana. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 9,960 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,390 by 2037. The structure is 86 ft (26.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 60
CrossesPersimmon Run
Location04.93 W SR 111
RouteState Highway 60
CountyClark County
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.44331, -85.88754
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.9 US tons
Inventory rating44.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length86 ft (26.3 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.9 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,960 (2018)
Projected traffic11,390 by 2037
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 60 over Persimmon Run built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 60 over Persimmon Run 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SR 60 over Persimmon Run carry?

About 9,960 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 60 over Persimmon Run?

The structure is 86 ft (26.3 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns SR 60 over Persimmon Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.