US Bridges

SR 163 over Humpherys Branch

Good

Vermillion County, Indiana · 00.48 N SR 71 · Structure no. 028411

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,920
2012 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 163 over Humpherys Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 163 over Humpherys Branch in Vermillion County, Indiana. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 1,920 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,270 by 2032. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 163
CrossesHumpherys Branch
Location00.48 N SR 71
RouteState Highway 163
CountyVermillion County
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.66458, -87.51175
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating92.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span37 ft (11.2 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,920 (2012)
Projected traffic2,270 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 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 163 over Humpherys Branch built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 163 over Humpherys Branch 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 SR 163 over Humpherys Branch carry?

About 1,920 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SR 163 over Humpherys Branch?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.2 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns SR 163 over Humpherys Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.