SR 61 over Patoka River
GoodPike County, Indiana · 02.06 N SR 364 · Structure no. 021720
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 203 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,078
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 61 over Patoka River is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - single or spread carrying SR 61 over Patoka River in Pike County, Indiana. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 6,078 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,090 by 2032. The structure is 203 ft (61.8 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 10.6 mi (17 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 61 over Patoka River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 61 over Patoka River 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does SR 61 over Patoka River carry?
About 6,078 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 61 over Patoka River?
The structure is 203 ft (61.8 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.6 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns SR 61 over Patoka River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.