US Bridges

SR 135 over Hoggatt Branch

Good

Washington County, Indiana · 01.76 S SR 60 · Structure no. 026420

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
188 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,473
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 135 over Hoggatt Branch is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 135 over Hoggatt Branch 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 4,473 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,519 by 2032. The structure is 188 ft (57.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 135
CrossesHoggatt Branch
Location01.76 S SR 60
RouteState Highway 135
CountyWashington County
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.57203, -86.09792
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.6 US tons
Inventory rating49.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length188 ft (57.2 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.9 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,473 (2022)
Projected traffic4,519 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 Hoggatt Branch built?

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

What condition is SR 135 over Hoggatt Branch 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 Hoggatt Branch carry?

About 4,473 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 135 over Hoggatt Branch?

The structure is 188 ft (57.2 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns SR 135 over Hoggatt Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.