US Bridges

I-65 over Elk Run

Good

Clark County, Indiana · 01.60 N SR 311 · Structure no. 034770

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
39,184
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-65 over Elk Run is a concrete culvert carrying I-65 over Elk Run in Clark County, Indiana. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older 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 39,184 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 73,843 by 2030. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesI-65
CrossesElk Run
Location01.60 N SR 311
RouteInterstate 65
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.41688, -85.76502
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating100 US tons
Inventory rating97.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length37 ft (11.2 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic39,184 (2004)
Projected traffic73,843 by 2030
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 I-65 over Elk Run built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-65 over Elk 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does I-65 over Elk Run carry?

About 39,184 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is I-65 over Elk Run?

The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.6 m).

Who owns I-65 over Elk Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.