US Bridges

SR 135 over Middle Fork Blue River

Good

Washington County, Indiana · 03.79 S SR 60 · Structure no. 026410

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
186 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,442
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 135 over Middle Fork Blue River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 135 over Middle Fork Blue River in Washington 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 3,442 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,382 by 2032. The structure is 186 ft (56.6 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).

CarriesSR 135
CrossesMiddle Fork Blue River
Location03.79 S SR 60
RouteState Highway 135
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.54337, -86.09376
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.1 US tons
Inventory rating28.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length186 ft (56.6 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.7 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,442 (2022)
Projected traffic3,382 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed7.5 mi (12 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 135 over Middle Fork Blue River built?

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

What condition is SR 135 over Middle Fork Blue River 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 135 over Middle Fork Blue River carry?

About 3,442 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 135 over Middle Fork Blue River?

The structure is 186 ft (56.6 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns SR 135 over Middle Fork Blue River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.