US 421 over Scott Ditch
FairClinton County, Indiana · 01.99 N SR 38 · Structure no. 032170
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old, rebuilt 2016
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 73 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,680
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 421 over Scott Ditch is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 421 over Scott Ditch in Clinton County, Indiana. It was built in 1997 and reconstructed in 2016, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 4,680 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,120 by 2026. The structure is 73 ft (22.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 421 over Scott Ditch built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.
What condition is US 421 over Scott Ditch 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US 421 over Scott Ditch carry?
About 4,680 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 421 over Scott Ditch?
The structure is 73 ft (22.4 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 421 over Scott Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.