US Bridges

Charlestown RD over Blackiston Run

Good

Floyd County, Indiana · 00.70 S I-265 · Structure no. 2200089

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
26,213
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Charlestown RD over Blackiston Run is a concrete culvert carrying Charlestown RD over Blackiston Run in Floyd County, Indiana. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 26,213 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,638 by 2034. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesCharlestown RD
CrossesBlackiston Run
Location00.70 S I-265
RouteCity Street 0
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.33443, -85.79879
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.7 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,213 (2014)
Projected traffic38,638 by 2034
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Charlestown RD over Blackiston Run built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Charlestown RD over Blackiston Run 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Charlestown RD over Blackiston Run carry?

About 26,213 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Charlestown RD over Blackiston Run?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns Charlestown RD over Blackiston Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.