US Bridges

SR 64 over Hunley Creek

Good

Dubois County, Indiana · 02.19 E US 231 · Structure no. 022990

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
163 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,541
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 64 over Hunley Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous slab carrying SR 64 over Hunley Creek in Dubois County, Indiana. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 5,541 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,197 by 2030. The structure is 163 ft (49.6 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 64
CrossesHunley Creek
Location02.19 E US 231
RouteState Highway 64
CountyDubois County
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.29927, -86.91532
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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
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 rating65 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length163 ft (49.6 m)
Longest span64 ft (19.6 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,541 (2004)
Projected traffic9,197 by 2030
Trucks13%
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 64 over Hunley Creek built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 64 over Hunley 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does SR 64 over Hunley Creek carry?

About 5,541 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SR 64 over Hunley Creek?

The structure is 163 ft (49.6 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns SR 64 over Hunley Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.