SR 45 over Plum Creek
GoodBrown County, Indiana · 05.79 S SR 135 · Structure no. 016860
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,034
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 45 over Plum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 45 over Plum Creek in Brown County, Indiana. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 2,034 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,401 by 2031. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 45 over Plum Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 45 over Plum 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does SR 45 over Plum Creek carry?
About 2,034 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 45 over Plum Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.1 m).
Who owns SR 45 over Plum Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.