US 33 over Braun-Ayres Ditch
FairAdams County, Indiana · 02.17 S US 27 · Structure no. 010875
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,595
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 33 over Braun-Ayres Ditch is a steel culvert carrying US 33 over Braun-Ayres Ditch in Adams County, Indiana. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 2,595 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,880 by 2032. The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long and 44 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 Braun-Ayres Ditch built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 33 over Braun-Ayres Ditch 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 33 over Braun-Ayres Ditch carry?
About 2,595 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is US 33 over Braun-Ayres Ditch?
The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 33 over Braun-Ayres Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.