US Bridges

SR 158 over Indian Creek

Good

Lawrence County, Indiana · 06.42 W SR 458 · Structure no. 028020

Built
1968
57 years old, rebuilt 2016
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
228 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,997
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 158 over Indian Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 158 over Indian Creek in Lawrence County, Indiana. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 57 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 1,997 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,315 by 2032. The structure is 228 ft (69.4 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesSR 158
CrossesIndian Creek
Location06.42 W SR 458
RouteState Highway 158
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.85638, -86.64771
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.8 US tons
Inventory rating38.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length228 ft (69.4 m)
Longest span75 ft (23 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,997 (2004)
Projected traffic3,315 by 2032
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 158 over Indian Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.

What condition is SR 158 over Indian 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does SR 158 over Indian Creek carry?

About 1,997 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SR 158 over Indian Creek?

The structure is 228 ft (69.4 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (23 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns SR 158 over Indian Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.