US Bridges

SR 168 over Millers Branch #1

Fair

Gibson County, Indiana · 01.88 W SR 57 · Structure no. 028670

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
72 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,246
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 168 over Millers Branch #1 is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 168 over Millers Branch #1 in Gibson County, Indiana. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 67 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 1,246 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,069 by 2032. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 168
CrossesMillers Branch #1
Location01.88 W SR 57
RouteState Highway 168
CountyGibson County
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.25238, -87.4278
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.8 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length72 ft (21.9 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.6 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,246 (2004)
Projected traffic2,069 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 168 over Millers Branch #1 built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is SR 168 over Millers Branch #1 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 2023.

How much traffic does SR 168 over Millers Branch #1 carry?

About 1,246 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 168 over Millers Branch #1?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns SR 168 over Millers Branch #1?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.