US Bridges

SR 57 over Pigeon Creek Overflow

Good

Gibson County, Indiana · 01.66 N SR 68 · Structure no. 020500

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
99 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,984
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 57 over Pigeon Creek Overflow is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 57 over Pigeon Creek Overflow in Gibson County, Indiana. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 7,984 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,057 by 2032. The structure is 99 ft (30.1 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 57
CrossesPigeon Creek Overflow
Location01.66 N SR 68
RouteState Highway 57
CountyGibson County
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.21235, -87.43878
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30.8 US tons
Inventory rating23.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length99 ft (30.1 m)
Longest span33 ft (10.2 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.7 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,984 (2004)
Projected traffic11,057 by 2032
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

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 57 over Pigeon Creek Overflow built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 57 over Pigeon Creek Overflow 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SR 57 over Pigeon Creek Overflow carry?

About 7,984 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 57 over Pigeon Creek Overflow?

The structure is 99 ft (30.1 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.2 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns SR 57 over Pigeon Creek Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.