US Bridges

US 35SR 28 over Killbuck Creek

Fair

Delaware County, Indiana · 6.15 E I-69 · Structure no. 007790

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,093
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 35SR 28 over Killbuck Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 35SR 28 over Killbuck Creek in Delaware County, Indiana. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 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 32 ft (9.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 35SR 28
CrossesKillbuck Creek
Location6.15 E I-69
RouteU.S. Route 35
CountyDelaware County
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.27713, -85.44149
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length32 ft (9.7 m)
Longest span30 ft (9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 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 closed3.7 mi (6 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 Killbuck Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 35SR 28 over 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 Killbuck Creek carry?

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

How long is US 35SR 28 over Killbuck Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9 m).

Who owns US 35SR 28 over Killbuck Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.