SR 162 over Indian Creek
FairDubois County, Indiana · 01.66 E SR 264 · Structure no. 028380
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 2002
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 137 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,806
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 162 over Indian Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 162 over Indian Creek in Dubois County, Indiana. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 77 years old, older than the Indiana average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 10,806 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,939 by 2032. The structure is 137 ft (41.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 162 over Indian Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.
What condition is SR 162 over Indian Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does SR 162 over Indian Creek carry?
About 10,806 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 162 over Indian Creek?
The structure is 137 ft (41.9 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns SR 162 over Indian Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.