FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

SR 66

Carrying SR 66 over DEER CREEK

01.63 E SR 166, Perry, Indiana

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Poor
39 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: SR 66

The SR 66 bridge in Perry, Indiana carries SR 66 over DEER CREEK. It was built in 1970, making it 56 years old today. It was last reconstructed in 1980, extending its service life. The structure is built primarily of prestressed concrete continuous and spans 5 sections, stretching 64.6 meters (212 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 647 vehicles, placing it in the lower-traffic tier of Indiana bridges. It is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.

The latest FHWA inspection records show a deck rating of 6/9, superstructure at 6/9, substructure at 4/9. The weakest component sits in poor condition. Because at least one major component scores 4 or lower, this bridge falls in FHWA's Poor condition category. That category is not a closure order. Its NBI inventory load rating is 39.2 metric tons.

Sourced from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for refresh cadence and NBI release vintage.

How SR 66 compares

▲ 3.6
Load rating vs Indiana average (35.6 t)
Top 27%
Higher load rating than 73% of Indiana bridges
146
Bridges in Perry · 3 in Poor condition
SR 66 39.2 t
Indiana average 35.6 t

Live comparison across Indiana.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
66.3 / 100 - historical 50–79.9 band
Structural adequacy /55
30.0
Serviceability /30
24.0
Essentiality /15
14.3
Special reductions
−2.0

FHWA discontinued this calculated item; it does not determine current condition, funding eligibility, posting, or closure. How the historical reference is calculated.

Condition Ratings

Deck
6/9
Fair (5–6)
Superstructure
6/9
Fair (5–6)
Substructure
4/9
Poor (1–4)
Inventory Load Rating
39.2 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Poor

Full 0–9 scale + sufficiency-rating breakdown: how condition ratings work.

Structural Details

Year Built
1970
Last Reconstructed
1980
Material
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Number of Spans
5
Structure Length
64.6 m (212 ft)
Deck Width
11.1 m (36 ft)
Owner
State Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
647 vehicles/day
Structure Number
023590

Condition Analysis

  • The deck (driving surface) is in fair condition (6/9), with minor deterioration that may require routine maintenance.
  • At 6/9, the superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) shows fair condition, with minor wear flagged for upkeep.
  • The substructure (piers and abutments) rates poor at 4/9, advanced deterioration that should be prioritized for repair.

How to read this record

SR 66 is in the federal Poor condition category. That is a component-based result, not a closure order.

  • NBI condition ratings reflect the latest record in this annual dataset, not a live status. Current routine inspection intervals are risk-based.
  • Understand what Poor condition does and does not mean before drawing conclusions. Poor condition explained
  • Compare SR 66 against other structures in Perry and across Indiana. Indiana bridges
  • Noticed visible damage or a safety concern? Report it to the agency that owns the bridge, or call 911 in an emergency. How to report a bridge

Condition codes come straight from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory and are not a real-time safety judgment. Only the owning agency, a state DOT, county, or other owner, can post, restrict, or close a bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the condition ratings mean for SR 66?

SR 66 in Perry, Indiana has a deck rating of 6/9, superstructure rating of 6/9, and substructure rating of 4/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is SR 66 inspected?

SR 66's responsible agency sets its routine interval under FHWA's risk-based inspection rules; this page does not expose the scheduled interval. It carries about 647 vehicles per day.

What does “structurally deficient” mean in older bridge reports?

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. SR 66 is currently shown as Poor condition from its component ratings; that category is not a live closure or safety decision.

What is the inventory load rating for SR 66?

SR 66 has an NBI inventory load rating of 39.2 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining SR 66?

SR 66 is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.

How old is SR 66 and does age affect safety?

SR 66 was built in 1970, making it 56 years old and last reconstructed in 1980.

Disclaimer: Bridge condition data is from the FHWA NBI and reflects the last reported inspection. A Poor condition rating is not a live declaration that a bridge is closed or unsafe for travel. For current closure, posting, or safety information, contact the responsible transportation agency.

Data sourced from the Federal Highway Administration National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainBridges

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