SR 68 over Big Creek - New Channel
GoodWarrick County, Indiana · 04.30 W SR 61 · Structure no. 024450
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 202 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,920
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 68 over Big Creek - New Channel is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 68 over Big Creek - New Channel in Warrick County, Indiana. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,186 by 2032. The structure is 202 ft (61.5 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13.7 mi (22 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 68 over Big Creek - New Channel built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 68 over Big Creek - New Channel 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does SR 68 over Big Creek - New Channel carry?
About 1,920 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 68 over Big Creek - New Channel?
The structure is 202 ft (61.5 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns SR 68 over Big Creek - New Channel?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.