The shortest state road in Indiana is State Road 520 (SR 520), with an exact length of 0.26 miles.
This specific piece of information, along with other interesting facts about Indiana's transportation network, is maintained by the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT). INDOT is responsible for managing and maintaining the state's vast system of interstates, U.S. routes, and state roads.
While State Road 520 holds the record for the shortest state road, Indiana's road system includes various classifications, each with its own unique characteristics and often, varying lengths. For context, here are some other notable shortest and longest road segments within the state:
| Road Type | Designation | Length (Miles) |
|---|---|---|
| Longest Interstate | I-65 | 261.65 |
| Shortest State Road | SR 520 | 0.26 |
| Shortest "Old State Road" | OSR 160 | 0.08 |
| Shortest "Old US Route" | OUS 52 | 0.17 |
"State Roads" are typically routes primarily maintained by the state government, connecting various cities, towns, and regions throughout Indiana. While most state roads span considerable distances, very short segments like SR 520 often serve highly specific, localized purposes, such as providing a brief connector between a major highway and a specific facility, local road, or point of interest over a minimal stretch.
