US Bridges

US 31 NB on Ramp over Hinkle Creek

Good

Hamilton County, Indiana · 2.550 N SR 38 · Structure no. 080930

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
500
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 31 NB on Ramp over Hinkle Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 31 NB on Ramp over Hinkle Creek in Hamilton County, Indiana. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 500 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 600 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 31 NB on Ramp
CrossesHinkle Creek
Location2.550 N SR 38
RouteU.S. Route 31
CountyHamilton County
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.13152, -86.12728
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span20 ft (6 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.4 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic500 (2023)
Projected traffic600 by 2043
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 US 31 NB on Ramp over Hinkle Creek built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 31 NB on Ramp over Hinkle 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 31 NB on Ramp over Hinkle Creek carry?

About 500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 31 NB on Ramp over Hinkle Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns US 31 NB on Ramp over Hinkle Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.