US 33 over Blue Creek
FairAdams County, Indiana · 01.18 S SR 101 · Structure no. 010860
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,443
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 33 over Blue Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 33 over Blue Creek in Adams County, Indiana. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 years old, older than the Indiana average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,443 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,965 by 2032. The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 33 over Blue Creek built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 33 over Blue Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does US 33 over Blue Creek carry?
About 2,443 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is US 33 over Blue Creek?
The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns US 33 over Blue Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.