FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

CR 90 EAST

Carrying CR 90 EAST over PATOKA RIVER

0.03 N OF CR 975 S, Orange, Indiana

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Poor
34 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: CR 90 EAST

The CR 90 EAST bridge in Orange, Indiana carries CR 90 EAST over PATOKA RIVER. It was built in 1930, making it 96 years old today. It was last reconstructed in 2015, extending its service life. The structure is built primarily of steel and spans 1 section, stretching 12.3 meters (40 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 66 vehicles, placing it in the lower-traffic tier of Indiana bridges. It is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

The latest FHWA inspection records show a deck rating of 7/9, superstructure at 5/9, substructure at 3/9. 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 34.3 metric tons.

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

How CR 90 EAST compares

▼ 1.3
Load rating vs Indiana average (35.6 t)
Top 42%
Higher load rating than 58% of Indiana bridges
133
Bridges in Orange · 14 in Poor condition
CR 90 EAST 34.3 t
Indiana average 35.6 t

Live comparison across Indiana.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
35.5 / 100 - historical 20–49.9 band
Structural adequacy /55
15.0
Serviceability /30
9.0
Essentiality /15
11.5
Special reductions
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 How the historical reference is calculated.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
7/9
Good (7–9)
Superstructure
5/9
Fair (5–6)
Substructure
3/9
Poor (1–4)
Inventory Load Rating
34.3 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Poor

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

Structural Details

Year Built
1930
Last Reconstructed
2015
Material
Steel
Number of Spans
1
Structure Length
12.3 m (40 ft)
Deck Width
4.0 m (13 ft)
Owner
County Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
66 vehicles/day
Structure Number
5900088

Condition Analysis

  • The deck (driving surface) is in good condition (7/9), showing no significant deterioration.
  • At 5/9, 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 3/9, advanced deterioration that should be prioritized for repair.

How to read this record

CR 90 EAST 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 CR 90 EAST against other structures in Orange 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 CR 90 EAST?

CR 90 EAST in Orange, Indiana has a deck rating of 7/9, superstructure rating of 5/9, and substructure rating of 3/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is CR 90 EAST inspected?

CR 90 EAST'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 66 vehicles per day.

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

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. CR 90 EAST 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 CR 90 EAST?

CR 90 EAST has an NBI inventory load rating of 34.3 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining CR 90 EAST?

CR 90 EAST is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

How old is CR 90 EAST and does age affect safety?

CR 90 EAST was built in 1930, making it 96 years old and last reconstructed in 2015.

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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