SR 59 over Otter Creek
GoodParke County, Indiana · 06.59 N US 40 · Structure no. 021350
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 62 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,208
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 59 over Otter Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying SR 59 over Otter Creek in Parke County, Indiana. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 2,208 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,344 by 2034. The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 59 over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 59 over Otter 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does SR 59 over Otter Creek carry?
About 2,208 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is SR 59 over Otter Creek?
The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.2 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns SR 59 over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.