US Bridges

SR 57 over Simpson Ditch

Good

Greene County, Indiana · 3.16 S US 231 · Structure no. 020723

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,144
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 57 over Simpson Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 57 over Simpson Ditch in Greene County, Indiana. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 3,144 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,218 by 2034. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 57
CrossesSimpson Ditch
Location3.16 S US 231
RouteState Highway 57
CountyGreene County
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.98615, -87.01637
Functional classRural 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,144 (2004)
Projected traffic5,218 by 2034
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 SR 57 over Simpson Ditch built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 57 over Simpson Ditch 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does SR 57 over Simpson Ditch carry?

About 3,144 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 57 over Simpson Ditch?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns SR 57 over Simpson Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.