US Bridges

SR 5768 over I-69 Nb/Sb Barn Branch

Good

Gibson County, Indiana · 00.57 W SR 57 · Structure no. 076726

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
337 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,400
2000 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 5768 over I-69 Nb/Sb Barn Branch is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying SR 5768 over I-69 Nb/Sb Barn Branch in Gibson County, Indiana. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 2,400 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,490 by 2030. The structure is 337 ft (102.8 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSR 5768
CrossesI-69 Nb/Sb Barn Branch
Location00.57 W SR 57
RouteState Highway 57
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.19458, -87.46755
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating27.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length337 ft (102.8 m)
Longest span115 ft (35 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.7 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,400 (2000)
Projected traffic4,490 by 2030
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
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 5768 over I-69 Nb/Sb Barn Branch built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 5768 over I-69 Nb/Sb Barn Branch 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SR 5768 over I-69 Nb/Sb Barn Branch carry?

About 2,400 vehicles per day (2000 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SR 5768 over I-69 Nb/Sb Barn Branch?

The structure is 337 ft (102.8 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns SR 5768 over I-69 Nb/Sb Barn Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.