SR 140 over Big Blue River

Poor Condition124 years old2,305 vehicles/day

Location

StateIndiana
CountyRush
Location00.68 S US 40
CarriesSR 140
CrossesBig Blue River
Coordinates39.78607, -85.52455

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck3 (Serious)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length241.5 ft (73.6 m)
Max Span69.9 ft (21.3 m)
Deck Width38.7 ft (11.8 m)
Deck Area868.5 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1902 (reconstructed 1989)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,305 (2022)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 12 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number026970

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