SR 56 over Altar Creek
GoodDubois County, Indiana · 03.91 W US 231 · Structure no. 020001
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 9,760
- 2010 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 56 over Altar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 56 over Altar Creek in Dubois County, Indiana. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 years old, younger 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 9,760 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,330 by 2032. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 56 over Altar Creek built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 56 over Altar 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does SR 56 over Altar Creek carry?
About 9,760 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SR 56 over Altar Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns SR 56 over Altar Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.