US 231 over Patoka River
GoodDubois County, Indiana · 02.67 S SR 56 · Structure no. 016680
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 2017
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 297 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,624
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 231 over Patoka River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 231 over Patoka River in Dubois County, Indiana. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 2017, so it is 61 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 13,624 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,200 by 2035. The structure is 297 ft (90.5 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 231 over Patoka River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.
What condition is US 231 over Patoka 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 231 over Patoka River carry?
About 13,624 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 231 over Patoka River?
The structure is 297 ft (90.5 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.8 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns US 231 over Patoka River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.