US Bridges

SR 261 over Kelly Prong Ditch

Good

Warrick County, Indiana · 01.01 S SR 62 · Structure no. 031060

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
70 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,229
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 261 over Kelly Prong Ditch is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 261 over Kelly Prong Ditch in Warrick County, Indiana. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 6,229 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,341 by 2034. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 261
CrossesKelly Prong Ditch
Location01.01 S SR 62
RouteState Highway 261
CountyWarrick County
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.039, -87.30985
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating30.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length70 ft (21.3 m)
Longest span26 ft (8 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.4 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,229 (2004)
Projected traffic10,341 by 2034
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 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 261 over Kelly Prong Ditch built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 261 over Kelly Prong Ditch 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 2024.

How much traffic does SR 261 over Kelly Prong Ditch carry?

About 6,229 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 261 over Kelly Prong Ditch?

The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (8 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns SR 261 over Kelly Prong Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.