SR 1SR 44 over Whitewater River
GoodFayette County, Indiana · 00.05 N SR 44 · Structure no. 000140
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 545 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,677
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 1SR 44 over Whitewater River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 1SR 44 over Whitewater River in Fayette County, Indiana. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 89 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 19,677 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,000 by 2030. The structure is 545 ft (166.1 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 1SR 44 over Whitewater River built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is SR 1SR 44 over Whitewater 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does SR 1SR 44 over Whitewater River carry?
About 19,677 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is SR 1SR 44 over Whitewater River?
The structure is 545 ft (166.1 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.2 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.
Who owns SR 1SR 44 over Whitewater River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.