15th ST over Patoka River
FairDubois County, Indiana · 00.50 W of Meridian RD · Structure no. 1900174
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old, rebuilt 2014
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 205 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,520
- 2012 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
15th ST over Patoka River is a concrete continuous slab carrying 15th ST over Patoka River in Dubois County, Indiana. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 55 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 5,520 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,656 by 2032. The structure is 205 ft (62.6 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
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Frequently asked questions
When was 15th ST over Patoka River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.
What condition is 15th ST over Patoka River 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does 15th ST over Patoka River carry?
About 5,520 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is 15th ST over Patoka River?
The structure is 205 ft (62.6 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns 15th ST over Patoka River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.