SR 162 over Patoka River
GoodDubois County, Indiana · 01.11 E US 231 · Structure no. 028406
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 724 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,207
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 162 over Patoka River is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying SR 162 over Patoka River in Dubois County, Indiana. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 8,207 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,623 by 2032. The structure is 724 ft (220.6 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 SR 162 over Patoka River built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 162 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does SR 162 over Patoka River carry?
About 8,207 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 162 over Patoka River?
The structure is 724 ft (220.6 m) long with a longest span of 129 ft (39.2 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns SR 162 over Patoka River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.