US Bridges

SR 38 over Branch Stony Creek

Fair

Hamilton County, Indiana · 01.54 E SR 32 · Structure no. 012770

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
73 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,258
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 38 over Branch Stony Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 38 over Branch Stony Creek in Hamilton County, Indiana. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 7,258 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,936 by 2030. The structure is 73 ft (22.2 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 38
CrossesBranch Stony Creek
Location01.54 E SR 32
RouteState Highway 38
CountyHamilton County
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.0372, -85.94031
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.2 US tons
Inventory rating37.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length73 ft (22.2 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.7 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.7 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,258 (2021)
Projected traffic6,936 by 2030
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 38 over Branch Stony Creek built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 38 over Branch Stony 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 38 over Branch Stony Creek carry?

About 7,258 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 38 over Branch Stony Creek?

The structure is 73 ft (22.2 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.7 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns SR 38 over Branch Stony Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.