US Bridges

US 41 Sbl over CSX RR

Fair

Gibson County, Indiana · 02.85 S SR 64 · Structure no. 014480

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1993
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
186 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,273
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 41 Sbl over CSX RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 41 Sbl over CSX RR in Gibson County, Indiana. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 65 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 10,273 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,229 by 2034. The structure is 186 ft (56.6 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 41 Sbl
CrossesCSX RR
Location02.85 S SR 64
RouteU.S. Route 41
CountyGibson County
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.31973, -87.57535
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length186 ft (56.6 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,273 (2004)
Projected traffic14,229 by 2034
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 41 Sbl over CSX RR built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.

What condition is US 41 Sbl over CSX RR 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 41 Sbl over CSX RR carry?

About 10,273 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 41 Sbl over CSX RR?

The structure is 186 ft (56.6 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns US 41 Sbl over CSX RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.