US 36 over Big Blue River
GoodHenry County, Indiana · 00.36 W SR 103 · Structure no. 011770
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 95 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,775
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 36 over Big Blue River is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 36 over Big Blue River in Henry County, Indiana. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 70 years old, older 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 4,775 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,925 by 2030. The structure is 95 ft (28.9 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 36 over Big Blue River built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is US 36 over Big Blue River 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 36 over Big Blue River carry?
About 4,775 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 36 over Big Blue River?
The structure is 95 ft (28.9 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.7 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US 36 over Big Blue River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.