US 52 over Little Cedar Creek
FairFranklin County, Indiana · 02.40 W SR 1 · Structure no. 019440
- Built
- 1922
- 103 years old, rebuilt 1954
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 52 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,921
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over Little Cedar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 52 over Little Cedar Creek in Franklin County, Indiana. It was built in 1922 and reconstructed in 1954, so it is 103 years old, older 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 5 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 5,921 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,858 by 2033. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 over Little Cedar Creek built?
It was built in 1922, making it 103 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1954.
What condition is US 52 over Little Cedar 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does US 52 over Little Cedar Creek carry?
About 5,921 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over Little Cedar Creek?
The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over Little Cedar Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.