US Bridges

I-64 over Unknown Ditch

Good

Perry County, Indiana · 02.07 W SR 145 · Structure no. 033925

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,993
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-64 over Unknown Ditch is a steel culvert carrying I-64 over Unknown Ditch in Perry County, Indiana. It was built in 1967, 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 6,993 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,664 by 2034. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesI-64
CrossesUnknown Ditch
Location02.07 W SR 145
RouteInterstate 64
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.21623, -86.73598
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,993 (2004)
Projected traffic12,664 by 2034
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-64 over Unknown Ditch built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-64 over Unknown Ditch 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does I-64 over Unknown Ditch carry?

About 6,993 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is I-64 over Unknown Ditch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns I-64 over Unknown Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.