US Bridges

SR 61 over Branch Otter Creek

Good

Warrick County, Indiana · 03.94 N SR 62 · Structure no. 021630

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,229
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 61 over Branch Otter Creek is a steel culvert carrying SR 61 over Branch Otter Creek in Warrick County, Indiana. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 4,229 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,858 by 2032. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).

CarriesSR 61
CrossesBranch Otter Creek
Location03.94 N SR 62
RouteState Highway 61
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.10574, -87.27838
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
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
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,229 (2004)
Projected traffic5,858 by 2032
Trucks10%
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

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 61 over Branch Otter Creek built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 61 over Branch Otter Creek 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 61 over Branch Otter Creek carry?

About 4,229 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 61 over Branch Otter Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns SR 61 over Branch Otter Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.