US Bridges

US 41 NB over Ohio River Access Road

FairPosted for load

Vanderburgh County, Indiana · 02.66 S I-164 · Structure no. 014202

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 1957
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
5,395 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
18,907
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 41 NB over Ohio River Access Road is a steel truss - thru carrying US 41 NB over Ohio River Access Road in Vanderburgh County, Indiana. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1957, so it is 93 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 18,907 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,000 by 2029. The structure is 5,395 ft (1,644.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS 41 NB
CrossesOhio River Access Road
Location02.66 S I-164
RouteU.S. Route 41
StateIndiana
Coordinates37.90444, -87.55083
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.4 US tons
Inventory rating29.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+44 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length5,395 ft (1,644.3 m)
Longest span720 ft (219.4 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.3 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck20 ft (6 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,907 (2019)
Projected traffic28,000 by 2029
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
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 statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 41 NB over Ohio River Access Road built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1957.

What condition is US 41 NB over Ohio River Access Road 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 41 NB over Ohio River Access Road carry?

About 18,907 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 41 NB over Ohio River Access Road?

The structure is 5,395 ft (1,644.3 m) long with a longest span of 720 ft (219.4 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns US 41 NB over Ohio River Access Road?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.