US 31 over Little Sand Creek
FairBartholomew County, Indiana · 01.87 S SR 7 · Structure no. 009230
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old, rebuilt 2010
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 108 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,285
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 31 over Little Sand Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 31 over Little Sand Creek in Bartholomew County, Indiana. It was built in 1972 and reconstructed in 2010, so it is 53 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 5 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 7,285 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,133 by 2031. The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long and 47 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 31 over Little Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2010.
What condition is US 31 over Little Sand 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 31 over Little Sand Creek carry?
About 7,285 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 31 over Little Sand Creek?
The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.6 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 31 over Little Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.