SR 59 over Allen Creek
GoodParke County, Indiana · 07.21 S US 36 · Structure no. 021370
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,691
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 59 over Allen Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying SR 59 over Allen Creek in Parke County, Indiana. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 1,691 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,344 by 2034. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 59 over Allen Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 59 over Allen 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 Allen Creek carry?
About 1,691 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is SR 59 over Allen Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns SR 59 over Allen Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.