Bowsher RD over Mill Creek

Fair Condition111 years old63 vehicles/day

Location

StateIndiana
CountyParke
Location00.20 E Of Towpath RD
CarriesBowsher RD
CrossesMill Creek
Coordinates39.92981, -87.35183

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialWood or Timber
DesignTruss - Thru
Total Length91.2 ft (27.8 m)
Max Span69.9 ft (21.3 m)
Deck Width18.4 ft (5.6 m)
Deck Area155.7 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1915

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic63 (2018)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection424
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is on the National Register of Historic Places
Structure Number6100159

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