US 41 NB over South Fork Smalls Creek
GoodKnox County, Indiana · 02.97 N SR 67 · Structure no. 014780
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 168 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,750
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 41 NB over South Fork Smalls Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 41 NB over South Fork Smalls Creek in Knox County, Indiana. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 54 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 8,750 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,750 by 2040. The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 41 NB over South Fork Smalls Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is US 41 NB over South Fork Smalls Creek 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US 41 NB over South Fork Smalls Creek carry?
About 8,750 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US 41 NB over South Fork Smalls Creek?
The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (19 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 41 NB over South Fork Smalls Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.