Wilsey RD over Branch of Black River
PoorPosted for loadPosey County, Indiana · 01.70 E Main ST Griffin · Structure no. 6500201
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 207 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wilsey RD over Branch of Black River is a concrete tee beam carrying Wilsey RD over Branch of Black River in Posey County, Indiana. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Indiana average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 11 vehicles a day, projected to reach 16 by 2042. The structure is 207 ft (63.2 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wilsey RD over Branch of Black River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wilsey RD over Branch of Black River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does Wilsey RD over Branch of Black River carry?
About 11 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Wilsey RD over Branch of Black River?
The structure is 207 ft (63.2 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Wilsey RD over Branch of Black River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.