US 421 over Wabash River
FairCarroll County, Indiana · 01.19 N Old SR 25 · Structure no. 032330
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 803 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,092
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 421 over Wabash River is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 421 over Wabash River in Carroll County, Indiana. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 9,092 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,205 by 2030. The structure is 803 ft (244.7 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 421 over Wabash River built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 421 over Wabash 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 421 over Wabash River carry?
About 9,092 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 421 over Wabash River?
The structure is 803 ft (244.7 m) long with a longest span of 134 ft (40.7 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns US 421 over Wabash River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.