US 41 SB over Vieke Ditch
FairKnox County, Indiana · 01.17 S SR441 · Structure no. 014600
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 122 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,725
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 41 SB over Vieke Ditch is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 41 SB over Vieke Ditch in Knox County, Indiana. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 58 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 6 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 6,725 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,314 by 2034. The structure is 122 ft (37.1 m) long and 42 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 41 SB over Vieke Ditch built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is US 41 SB over Vieke Ditch 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 41 SB over Vieke Ditch carry?
About 6,725 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 41 SB over Vieke Ditch?
The structure is 122 ft (37.1 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 41 SB over Vieke Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.