SR 70 over Branch Poison Creek
GoodPerry County, Indiana · 03.45 E SR 37 · Structure no. 024630
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 836
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 70 over Branch Poison Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 70 over Branch Poison Creek in Perry County, Indiana. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 836 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,388 by 2030. The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 70 over Branch Poison Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 70 over Branch Poison 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does SR 70 over Branch Poison Creek carry?
About 836 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 70 over Branch Poison Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m).
Who owns SR 70 over Branch Poison Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.