US Bridges

SR 237 over Br Little Blue River

Good

Crawford County, Indiana · 00.50 N I-64 · Structure no. 011835

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
106 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,178
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 237 over Br Little Blue River is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 237 over Br Little Blue River in Crawford County, Indiana. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 1,178 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,955 by 2032. The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).

CarriesSR 237
CrossesBr Little Blue River
Location00.50 N I-64
RouteState Highway 237
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.24703, -86.47345
Functional classRural 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42.1 US tons
Inventory rating32.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length106 ft (32.3 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.4 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,178 (2004)
Projected traffic1,955 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed7.5 mi (12 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 237 over Br Little Blue River built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 237 over Br Little Blue River 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does SR 237 over Br Little Blue River carry?

About 1,178 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 237 over Br Little Blue River?

The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns SR 237 over Br Little Blue River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.