SR 46 over Sand Creek
GoodDecatur County, Indiana · 00.90 E US 421 · Structure no. 017410
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 67 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,041
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 46 over Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 46 over Sand Creek in Decatur County, Indiana. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 years old, older 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 6,041 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,915 by 2031. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 46 over Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 46 over Sand Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SR 46 over Sand Creek carry?
About 6,041 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is SR 46 over Sand Creek?
The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns SR 46 over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.