US Bridges

Goss School RD over Br S Fork Blue River

FairPosted for load

Washington County, Indiana · 00.80 W of Blue River RD · Structure no. 8800111

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
245
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Goss School RD over Br S Fork Blue River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Goss School RD over Br S Fork Blue River in Washington County, Indiana. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 5 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 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesGoss School RD
CrossesBr S Fork Blue River
Location00.80 W of Blue River RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyWashington County
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.56088, -85.90287
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating44.1 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.8 m)
Deck width20 ft (6 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic245 (2020)
Projected traffic304 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$35,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Goss School RD over Br S Fork Blue River built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is Goss School RD over Br 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 Goss School RD over Br S Fork Blue River carry?

About 245 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Goss School RD over Br S Fork Blue River?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.8 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns Goss School RD over Br S Fork Blue River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.