US 41 over Little Shawnee Creek
FairFountain County, Indiana · 00.82 S SR 55 · Structure no. 015290
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 104 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,700
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 41 over Little Shawnee Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 41 over Little Shawnee Creek in Fountain County, Indiana. It was built in 1987, 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 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 3,700 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,880 by 2030. The structure is 104 ft (31.6 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 41 over Little Shawnee Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 41 over Little Shawnee 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 41 over Little Shawnee Creek carry?
About 3,700 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 41 over Little Shawnee Creek?
The structure is 104 ft (31.6 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 41 over Little Shawnee Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.