US Bridges

US 27 over Wabash River

Good

Adams County, Indiana · 01.80 N SR 116 · Structure no. 007390

Built
1966
59 years old, rebuilt 2019
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
311 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,539
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 27 over Wabash River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 27 over Wabash River in Adams County, Indiana. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 59 years old, older than the Indiana average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,539 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,251 by 2034. The structure is 311 ft (94.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 27
CrossesWabash River
Location01.80 N SR 116
RouteU.S. Route 27
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.61669, -84.9539
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length311 ft (94.9 m)
Longest span84 ft (25.6 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,539 (2021)
Projected traffic12,251 by 2034
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 27 over Wabash River built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.

What condition is US 27 over Wabash River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does US 27 over Wabash River carry?

About 5,539 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 27 over Wabash River?

The structure is 311 ft (94.9 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US 27 over Wabash River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.