US Bridges

Old SR 111 over Branch Elk Run

Fair

Floyd County, Indiana · 02.10 S SR 60 · Structure no. 2200101

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
57 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,419
2016 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Old SR 111 over Branch Elk Run is a concrete continuous slab carrying Old SR 111 over Branch Elk Run in Floyd County, Indiana. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 5 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 6,419 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,455 by 2036. The structure is 57 ft (17.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesOld SR 111
CrossesBranch Elk Run
Location02.10 S SR 60
RouteState Highway 111
CountyFloyd County
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.39634, -85.80893
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length57 ft (17.3 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,419 (2016)
Projected traffic9,455 by 2036
Trucks10%
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

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$227,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Old SR 111 over Branch Elk Run built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Old SR 111 over Branch Elk Run 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Old SR 111 over Branch Elk Run carry?

About 6,419 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Old SR 111 over Branch Elk Run?

The structure is 57 ft (17.3 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Old SR 111 over Branch Elk Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.