US Bridges

W Vernal Pkw 17th over I-69 Nb/Sb

Good

Monroe County, Indiana · 00.59 S SR 46 · Structure no. 079012

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
257 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,952
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

W Vernal Pkw 17th over I-69 Nb/Sb is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying W Vernal Pkw 17th over I-69 Nb/Sb in Monroe County, Indiana. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 2,952 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,410 by 2035. The structure is 257 ft (78.2 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesW Vernal Pkw 17th
CrossesI-69 Nb/Sb
Location00.59 S SR 46
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.17916, -86.55893
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.8 US tons
Inventory rating42.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length257 ft (78.2 m)
Longest span131 ft (39.9 m)
Deck width59 ft (17.9 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,952 (2021)
Projected traffic15,410 by 2035
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was W Vernal Pkw 17th over I-69 Nb/Sb built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is W Vernal Pkw 17th over I-69 Nb/Sb 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does W Vernal Pkw 17th over I-69 Nb/Sb carry?

About 2,952 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is W Vernal Pkw 17th over I-69 Nb/Sb?

The structure is 257 ft (78.2 m) long with a longest span of 131 ft (39.9 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns W Vernal Pkw 17th over I-69 Nb/Sb?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.