US 224 over ST Marys River
FairAdams County, Indiana · 00.85 E US 27 · Structure no. 029130
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old, rebuilt 2002
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 237 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,815
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 224 over ST Marys River is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying US 224 over ST Marys River in Adams County, Indiana. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 56 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 9,815 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,606 by 2032. The structure is 237 ft (72.2 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 224 over ST Marys River built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.
What condition is US 224 over ST Marys River 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 224 over ST Marys River carry?
About 9,815 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 224 over ST Marys River?
The structure is 237 ft (72.2 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.4 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns US 224 over ST Marys River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.