US Bridges

SR 57 over Vertrees Ditch

Good

Daviess County, Indiana · 01.69 N SR 58 · Structure no. 020680

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,680
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 57 over Vertrees Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 57 over Vertrees Ditch in Daviess 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 2,680 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,711 by 2032. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

CarriesSR 57
CrossesVertrees Ditch
Location01.69 N SR 58
RouteState Highway 57
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.88919, -87.06965
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
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 rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,680 (2004)
Projected traffic3,711 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 57 over Vertrees Ditch built?

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

What condition is SR 57 over Vertrees Ditch 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 SR 57 over Vertrees Ditch carry?

About 2,680 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 57 over Vertrees Ditch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.7 m).

Who owns SR 57 over Vertrees Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.