I-65 SB over Big Blue River

Good Condition57 years old27,789 vehicles/day

Location

StateIndiana
CountyShelby
Location02.03 N SR 252
CarriesI-65 SB
CrossesBig Blue River
Coordinates39.39182, -85.94315

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length420.3 ft (128.1 m)
Max Span90.6 ft (27.6 m)
Deck Width43.0 ft (13.1 m)
Deck Area1678.1 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1969 (reconstructed 2016)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic27,789 (2022)
Truck Traffic27%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number035700

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