US 50 over Wilson Creek
FairDearborn County, Indiana · 00.86 E SR 148 · Structure no. 018780
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 62 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 35,211
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 over Wilson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 50 over Wilson Creek in Dearborn County, Indiana. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 90 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 35,211 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,612 by 2030. The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50 over Wilson Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is US 50 over Wilson Creek 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 50 over Wilson Creek carry?
About 35,211 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 50 over Wilson Creek?
The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.2 m).
Who owns US 50 over Wilson Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.