US Bridges

US 33 over Yellow Creek

Good

Adams County, Indiana · 02.71 N SR 101 · Structure no. 010870

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,972
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 33 over Yellow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 33 over Yellow 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 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 2,972 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,503 by 2032. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 33
CrossesYellow Creek
Location02.71 N SR 101
RouteU.S. Route 33
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.8028, -84.88329
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83.1 US tons
Inventory rating49.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length36 ft (10.9 m)
Longest span36 ft (10.9 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,972 (2020)
Projected traffic9,503 by 2032
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 33 over Yellow Creek built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 33 over Yellow Creek 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does US 33 over Yellow Creek carry?

About 2,972 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is US 33 over Yellow Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (10.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns US 33 over Yellow Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.