US Bridges

Possum Run RD over Possum Run

Good

Warren County, Indiana · 00.70 NW of SR 63 · Structure no. 8600004

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
92 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
230
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Possum Run RD over Possum Run is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Possum Run RD over Possum Run in Warren 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 230 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 280 by 2034. The structure is 92 ft (27.9 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).

CarriesPossum Run RD
CrossesPossum Run
Location00.70 NW of SR 63
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.18088, -87.44914
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.3 US tons
Inventory rating48.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length92 ft (27.9 m)
Longest span87 ft (26.5 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic230 (2014)
Projected traffic280 by 2034
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5.6 mi (9 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 Possum Run RD over Possum Run built?

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

What condition is Possum Run RD over Possum Run 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Possum Run RD over Possum Run carry?

About 230 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Possum Run RD over Possum Run?

The structure is 92 ft (27.9 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Possum Run RD over Possum Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.