US 41 over Spring Creek
FairVigo County, Indiana · 04.04 S SR 163 · Structure no. 015060
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 1953
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 67 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,246
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 41 over Spring Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying US 41 over Spring Creek in Vigo County, Indiana. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 1953, so it is 99 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 7,246 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,320 by 2032. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 41 over Spring Creek built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1953.
What condition is US 41 over Spring Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 41 over Spring Creek carry?
About 7,246 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 41 over Spring Creek?
The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns US 41 over Spring Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.