US 52 over Whitewater River
GoodFranklin County, Indiana · 00.13 E SR 229 · Structure no. 019380
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 620 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,946
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over Whitewater River is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 52 over Whitewater River in Franklin County, Indiana. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 2,946 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,529 by 2031. The structure is 620 ft (188.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 over Whitewater River built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 52 over 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does US 52 over Whitewater River carry?
About 2,946 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over Whitewater River?
The structure is 620 ft (188.9 m) long with a longest span of 157 ft (48 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over Whitewater River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.