US Bridges

Green River RD over Pigeon Creek Overflow

Good

Vanderburgh County, Indiana · 00.89 N of Lynch RD · Structure no. 8200203

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
178 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,925
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Green River RD over Pigeon Creek Overflow is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Green River RD over Pigeon Creek Overflow in Vanderburgh County, Indiana. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 15,925 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,197 by 2040. The structure is 178 ft (54.4 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesGreen River RD
CrossesPigeon Creek Overflow
Location00.89 N of Lynch RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.02583, -87.49222
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.8 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length178 ft (54.4 m)
Longest span59 ft (18.1 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.7 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,925 (2020)
Projected traffic21,197 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Green River RD over Pigeon Creek Overflow built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is Green River RD over Pigeon Creek Overflow 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Green River RD over Pigeon Creek Overflow carry?

About 15,925 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Green River RD over Pigeon Creek Overflow?

The structure is 178 ft (54.4 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18.1 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns Green River RD over Pigeon Creek Overflow?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.