SR 145 over French Lick Creek
GoodOrange County, Indiana · 00.81 S SR 56 · Structure no. 027310
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old, rebuilt 2005
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 149 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,705
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 145 over French Lick Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 145 over French Lick Creek in Orange County, Indiana. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 58 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 3,705 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,220 by 2032. The structure is 149 ft (45.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 145 over French Lick Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.
What condition is SR 145 over French Lick 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SR 145 over French Lick Creek carry?
About 3,705 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is SR 145 over French Lick Creek?
The structure is 149 ft (45.3 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.7 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SR 145 over French Lick Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.