US 31 over Muddy Fork CO RD
FairClark County, Indiana · 00.68 N SR 403 · Structure no. 009000
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 181 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,889
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 31 over Muddy Fork CO RD is a concrete arch - deck carrying US 31 over Muddy Fork CO RD in Clark County, Indiana. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 93 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 3,889 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,850 by 2039. The structure is 181 ft (55.1 m) long and 36 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 31 over Muddy Fork CO RD built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is US 31 over Muddy Fork CO RD 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 31 over Muddy Fork CO RD carry?
About 3,889 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 31 over Muddy Fork CO RD?
The structure is 181 ft (55.1 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns US 31 over Muddy Fork CO RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.