US 41 Sbl over Cheatam Slough
GoodVanderburgh County, Indiana · 01.06 S I-69 · Structure no. 014220
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 2019
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 390 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,260
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 41 Sbl over Cheatam Slough is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 41 Sbl over Cheatam Slough in Vanderburgh County, Indiana. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 94 years old, older 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 21,260 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,720 by 2037. The structure is 390 ft (118.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 41 Sbl over Cheatam Slough built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.
What condition is US 41 Sbl over Cheatam Slough 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 41 Sbl over Cheatam Slough carry?
About 21,260 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 41 Sbl over Cheatam Slough?
The structure is 390 ft (118.8 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 41 Sbl over Cheatam Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.