US Bridges

SR 61 over Branch Deshee River

Good

Knox County, Indiana · 00.70 N SR 241 · Structure no. 021810

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,814
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 61 over Branch Deshee River is a concrete culvert carrying SR 61 over Branch Deshee River in Knox County, Indiana. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 3,814 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,331 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSR 61
CrossesBranch Deshee River
Location00.70 N SR 241
RouteState Highway 61
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.61849, -87.37619
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,814 (2004)
Projected traffic6,331 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 61 over Branch Deshee River built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 61 over Branch Deshee 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does SR 61 over Branch Deshee River carry?

About 3,814 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 61 over Branch Deshee River?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m).

Who owns SR 61 over Branch Deshee River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.