SR 37 over Patoka River
FairOrange County, Indiana · 09.24 S US 150 · Structure no. 011880
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 259 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,015
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 37 over Patoka River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 37 over Patoka River in Orange County, Indiana. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger than the Indiana average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,015 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,406 by 2030. The structure is 259 ft (78.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 37 over Patoka River built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 37 over Patoka River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.
How much traffic does SR 37 over Patoka River carry?
About 1,015 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 37 over Patoka River?
The structure is 259 ft (78.9 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (26 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SR 37 over Patoka River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.