US Bridges

CR 500 W over Farrell Ditch

Good

Benton County, Indiana · 00.50 S of CR 700 S · Structure no. 0400221

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
55
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 500 W over Farrell Ditch is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying CR 500 W over Farrell Ditch in Benton County, Indiana. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 years old, younger 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 55 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 69 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long and 19 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesCR 500 W
CrossesFarrell Ditch
Location00.50 S of CR 700 S
RouteCounty Highway 500
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.49875, -87.41622
Functional classRural Local

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.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70.1 US tons
Inventory rating45.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (8 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.4 m)
Deck width19 ft (5.7 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic55 (2013)
Projected traffic69 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 500 W over Farrell Ditch built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 500 W over Farrell Ditch 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does CR 500 W over Farrell Ditch carry?

About 55 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is CR 500 W over Farrell Ditch?

The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.4 m) and a deck 19 ft wide.

Who owns CR 500 W over Farrell Ditch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.