US Bridges

Henderson-Ford RD over I-69 Nb/Sb

Good

Morgan County, Indiana · 4.57 N SR 44 · Structure no. 080782

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
174 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,100
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Henderson-Ford RD over I-69 Nb/Sb is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying Henderson-Ford RD over I-69 Nb/Sb in Morgan County, Indiana. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 6,100 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,100 by 2045. The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).

CarriesHenderson-Ford RD
CrossesI-69 Nb/Sb
Location4.57 N SR 44
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.48938, -86.35298
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.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.2 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length174 ft (53 m)
Longest span86 ft (26.2 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.9 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,100 (2020)
Projected traffic6,100 by 2045
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5.6 mi (9 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 Henderson-Ford RD over I-69 Nb/Sb built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is Henderson-Ford RD 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Henderson-Ford RD over I-69 Nb/Sb carry?

About 6,100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Henderson-Ford RD over I-69 Nb/Sb?

The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns Henderson-Ford RD over I-69 Nb/Sb?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.