SR 161 over Garrett Creek
GoodSpencer County, Indiana · 05.98 S SR 66 · Structure no. 024740
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 514 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,403
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 161 over Garrett Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 161 over Garrett Creek in Spencer County, Indiana. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 11,403 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,793 by 2032. The structure is 514 ft (156.6 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 161 over Garrett Creek built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 161 over Garrett 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does SR 161 over Garrett Creek carry?
About 11,403 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 161 over Garrett Creek?
The structure is 514 ft (156.6 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.3 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns SR 161 over Garrett Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.