US Bridges

Trainer LN over S Fork Blue River

Good

Washington County, Indiana · 01.70 W SR 335 · Structure no. 8800090

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
154 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
244
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Trainer LN over S Fork Blue River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Trainer LN over S Fork Blue River in Washington County, Indiana. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older 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 244 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 304 by 2032. The structure is 154 ft (46.9 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).

CarriesTrainer LN
CrossesS Fork Blue River
Location01.70 W SR 335
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.4786, -86.05403
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.2 US tons
Inventory rating34.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length154 ft (46.9 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.2 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic244 (2020)
Projected traffic304 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5.6 mi (9 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$280,000 (2018 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Trainer LN over S Fork Blue River built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Trainer LN over S 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Trainer LN over S Fork Blue River carry?

About 244 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Trainer LN over S Fork Blue River?

The structure is 154 ft (46.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.2 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Trainer LN over S Fork Blue River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.