Ben Blankenbaker over Branch S Fork Blue River

Fair Condition61 years old152 vehicles/day

Location

StateIndiana
CountyWashington
Location01.20 W Of Bowers Knob RD
CarriesBen Blankenbaker
CrossesBranch S Fork Blue River
Coordinates38.50927, -85.96451

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length30.8 ft (9.4 m)
Max Span27.9 ft (8.5 m)
Deck Width23.3 ft (7.1 m)
Deck Area66.7 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1965

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic152 (2020)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection624
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number8800110

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