Ben Blankenbaker over Branch S Fork Blue River
FairPosted for loadWashington County, Indiana · 01.20 W of Bowers Knob RD · Structure no. 8800110
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 31 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 152
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ben Blankenbaker over Branch S Fork Blue River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ben Blankenbaker over Branch S Fork Blue River in Washington County, Indiana. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older 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 152 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 189 by 2032. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 23 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ben Blankenbaker over Branch S Fork Blue River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ben Blankenbaker over Branch S 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 Ben Blankenbaker over Branch S Fork Blue River carry?
About 152 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Ben Blankenbaker over Branch S Fork Blue River?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns Ben Blankenbaker over Branch S Fork Blue River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.