US Bridges

SR 450 over Opossum Creek

Good

Martin County, Indiana · 06.30 E US 50 · Structure no. 032691

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
126 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
665
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 450 over Opossum Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 450 over Opossum Creek in Martin County, Indiana. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 665 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 803 by 2042. The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 450
CrossesOpossum Creek
Location06.30 E US 50
RouteState Highway 450
CountyMartin County
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.75324, -86.77648
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.5 US tons
Inventory rating76.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length126 ft (38.4 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic665 (2022)
Projected traffic803 by 2042
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 450 over Opossum Creek built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 450 over Opossum 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does SR 450 over Opossum Creek carry?

About 665 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is SR 450 over Opossum Creek?

The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns SR 450 over Opossum Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.