New Philnew Salem over Middle Fork Blue River
FairPosted for loadWashington County, Indiana · 00.80 E of Saylor RD · Structure no. 8800036
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 245
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
New Philnew Salem over Middle Fork Blue River is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying New Philnew Salem over Middle Fork Blue River in Washington 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 245 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 304 by 2032. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was New Philnew Salem over Middle Fork Blue River built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is New Philnew Salem over Middle Fork Blue River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does New Philnew Salem over Middle Fork Blue River carry?
About 245 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is New Philnew Salem over Middle Fork Blue River?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns New Philnew Salem over Middle Fork Blue River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.