US Bridges

US 231 NB over Aep Mcdonough RR Spur

Good

Spencer County, Indiana · 01.80 N SR 66 · Structure no. 029368

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
223 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,000
2006 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 231 NB over Aep Mcdonough RR Spur is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 231 NB over Aep Mcdonough RR Spur in Spencer County, Indiana. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,500 by 2032. The structure is 223 ft (67.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

CarriesUS 231 NB
CrossesAep Mcdonough RR Spur
Location01.80 N SR 66
RouteU.S. Route 231
StateIndiana
Coordinates37.93248, -87.04099
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating46.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length223 ft (67.9 m)
Longest span82 ft (24.9 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,000 (2006)
Projected traffic7,500 by 2032
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 231 NB over Aep Mcdonough RR Spur built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 231 NB over Aep Mcdonough RR Spur 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US 231 NB over Aep Mcdonough RR Spur carry?

About 5,000 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 231 NB over Aep Mcdonough RR Spur?

The structure is 223 ft (67.9 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (24.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 231 NB over Aep Mcdonough RR Spur?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.