SR 161 over Wright Drain
FairSpencer County, Indiana · 04.83 S SR 66 · Structure no. 024750
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,403
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 161 over Wright Drain is a concrete culvert carrying SR 161 over Wright Drain in Spencer County, Indiana. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 years old, older than the Indiana average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 11,403 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,793 by 2032. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 161 over Wright Drain built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 161 over Wright Drain in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does SR 161 over Wright Drain carry?
About 11,403 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 161 over Wright Drain?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns SR 161 over Wright Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.