US Bridges

SR 69 over Big Creek Overflow

Good

Posey County, Indiana · 05.10 S SR 269 · Structure no. 024587

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
203 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,966
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 69 over Big Creek Overflow is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 69 over Big Creek Overflow in Posey County, Indiana. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 3,966 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,493 by 2032. The structure is 203 ft (61.8 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesSR 69
CrossesBig Creek Overflow
Location05.10 S SR 269
RouteState Highway 69
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.0182, -87.90004
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating34.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length203 ft (61.8 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.6 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.7 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,966 (2004)
Projected traffic5,493 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 SR 69 over Big Creek Overflow built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 69 over Big Creek Overflow 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SR 69 over Big Creek Overflow carry?

About 3,966 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 69 over Big Creek Overflow?

The structure is 203 ft (61.8 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns SR 69 over Big Creek Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.