US Bridges

US 35SR 28 over Big Killbuck Creek

Fair

Delaware County, Indiana · 3.85 E I-69 · Structure no. 007780

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 2020
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
63 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,093
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 35SR 28 over Big Killbuck Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 35SR 28 over Big Killbuck Creek in Delaware County, Indiana. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 2020, so it is 95 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 3,093 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,000 by 2040. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 35SR 28
CrossesBig Killbuck Creek
Location3.85 E I-69
RouteU.S. Route 35
CountyDelaware County
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.27699, -85.48511
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating34.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length63 ft (19.2 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.2 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.1 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,093 (2022)
Projected traffic4,000 by 2040
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 35SR 28 over Big Killbuck Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.

What condition is US 35SR 28 over Big Killbuck 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US 35SR 28 over Big Killbuck Creek carry?

About 3,093 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is US 35SR 28 over Big Killbuck Creek?

The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.2 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 35SR 28 over Big Killbuck Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.