SR 59 over Guirl Ditch
GoodClay County, Indiana · 04.69 N SR 48 · Structure no. 021200
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,487
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 59 over Guirl Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 59 over Guirl Ditch in Clay County, Indiana. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 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 1,487 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,105 by 2030. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 59 over Guirl Ditch built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 59 over Guirl 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does SR 59 over Guirl Ditch carry?
About 1,487 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is SR 59 over Guirl Ditch?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m).
Who owns SR 59 over Guirl Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.