US Bridges

SR 46 over SR 641 Sb/Nb

Good

Vigo County, Indiana · 0.0 E SR 641 · Structure no. 080692

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
197 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,873
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 46 over SR 641 Sb/Nb is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 46 over SR 641 Sb/Nb in Vigo County, Indiana. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 9,873 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,783 by 2040. The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 46
CrossesSR 641 Sb/Nb
Location0.0 E SR 641
RouteState Highway 46
CountyVigo County
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.41326, -87.33551
Functional classRural 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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length197 ft (60 m)
Longest span105 ft (31.9 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,873 (2020)
Projected traffic12,783 by 2040
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 46 over SR 641 Sb/Nb built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 46 over SR 641 Sb/Nb 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does SR 46 over SR 641 Sb/Nb carry?

About 9,873 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SR 46 over SR 641 Sb/Nb?

The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (31.9 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns SR 46 over SR 641 Sb/Nb?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.