US Bridges

SR 245 over Br of Little Pigeon Cree

Fair

Spencer County, Indiana · 02.12 S SR 62 · Structure no. 030273

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,723
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 245 over Br of Little Pigeon Cree is a steel culvert carrying SR 245 over Br of Little Pigeon Cree in Spencer County, Indiana. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 5 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 3,723 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,614 by 2034. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 245
CrossesBr of Little Pigeon Cree
Location02.12 S SR 62
RouteState Highway 245
CountySpencer County
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.14213, -86.9528
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating57.5 US tons
Inventory rating44.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,723 (2004)
Projected traffic2,614 by 2034
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 245 over Br of Little Pigeon Cree built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 245 over Br of Little Pigeon Cree 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 2024.

How much traffic does SR 245 over Br of Little Pigeon Cree carry?

About 3,723 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 245 over Br of Little Pigeon Cree?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).

Who owns SR 245 over Br of Little Pigeon Cree?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.