US Bridges

US 231 over Br N Fk Litl Pigeon CR

Good

Spencer County, Indiana · 00.24 N I-64 · Structure no. 076694

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,800
2008 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 231 over Br N Fk Litl Pigeon CR is a concrete culvert carrying US 231 over Br N Fk Litl Pigeon CR in Spencer County, Indiana. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 6,800 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,600 by 2030. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 110 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 231
CrossesBr N Fk Litl Pigeon CR
Location00.24 N I-64
RouteU.S. Route 231
CountySpencer County
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.19867, -86.98031
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating100 US tons
Inventory rating89.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width110 ft (33.5 m)
Roadway width108 ft (32.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,800 (2008)
Projected traffic13,600 by 2030
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 231 over Br N Fk Litl Pigeon CR built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 231 over Br N Fk Litl Pigeon CR 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 over Br N Fk Litl Pigeon CR carry?

About 6,800 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 231 over Br N Fk Litl Pigeon CR?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 110 ft wide.

Who owns US 231 over Br N Fk Litl Pigeon CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.