US 41 over Patoka River
FairGibson County, Indiana · 02.95 N SR 64 · Structure no. 014550
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 276 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,449
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 41 over Patoka River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 41 over Patoka River in Gibson County, Indiana. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 68 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 12,449 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,242 by 2034. The structure is 276 ft (84.1 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 US 41 over Patoka River built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is US 41 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 41 over Patoka River carry?
About 12,449 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 41 over Patoka River?
The structure is 276 ft (84.1 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.7 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns US 41 over Patoka River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.