US Bridges

SR 121 & RR over Trib Whitewater River

Good

Fayette County, Indiana · 00.98 S of SR 44 · Structure no. 026003

Built
1987
38 years old, rebuilt 2006
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,870
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 121 & RR over Trib Whitewater River is a concrete culvert carrying SR 121 & RR over Trib Whitewater River in Fayette County, Indiana. It was built in 1987 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 38 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 4,870 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,000 by 2035. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSR 121 & RR
CrossesTrib Whitewater River
Location00.98 S of SR 44
RouteState Highway 121
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.62565, -85.14526
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,870 (2022)
Projected traffic6,000 by 2035
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and railroad
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SR 121 & RR over Trib Whitewater River built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.

What condition is SR 121 & RR over Trib Whitewater River 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does SR 121 & RR over Trib Whitewater River carry?

About 4,870 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR 121 & RR over Trib Whitewater River?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).

Who owns SR 121 & RR over Trib Whitewater River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.