US Bridges

SR 257 over Aikman Creek

Good

Daviess County, Indiana · 05.63 S US 50 · Structure no. 030950

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
91 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,666
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 257 over Aikman Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 257 over Aikman Creek in Daviess County, Indiana. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 2,666 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,426 by 2032. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 257
CrossesAikman Creek
Location05.63 S US 50
RouteState Highway 257
CountyDaviess County
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.56895, -87.10919
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionJuly 2023
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 rating58.2 US tons
Inventory rating43.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length91 ft (27.7 m)
Longest span89 ft (27.2 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,666 (2004)
Projected traffic4,426 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 257 over Aikman Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 257 over Aikman 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SR 257 over Aikman Creek carry?

About 2,666 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 257 over Aikman Creek?

The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 89 ft (27.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns SR 257 over Aikman Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.