SR 59 over Otter Creek
GoodClay County, Indiana · 01.76 N US 40 · Structure no. 021330
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 67 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,283
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 59 over Otter Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying SR 59 over Otter Creek in Clay County, Indiana. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 5,283 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,924 by 2033. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 59 over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 59 over Otter Creek 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does SR 59 over Otter Creek carry?
About 5,283 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SR 59 over Otter Creek?
The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns SR 59 over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.