US 52 over Little Salt Creek
GoodFranklin County, Indiana · 01.49 E SR 244 · Structure no. 019370
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,078
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over Little Salt Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 52 over Little Salt Creek in Franklin County, Indiana. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older 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 1,078 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,847 by 2033. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 over Little Salt Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 52 over Little Salt 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does US 52 over Little Salt Creek carry?
About 1,078 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over Little Salt Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over Little Salt Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.