161st ST West over J Edwards Drain
GoodHamilton County, Indiana · 00.37 W of Ditch RD · Structure no. 2900041
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,860
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
161st ST West over J Edwards Drain is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 161st ST West over J Edwards Drain in Hamilton County, Indiana. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 2,860 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,150 by 2044. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 161st ST West over J Edwards Drain built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is 161st ST West over J Edwards Drain 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 2023.
How much traffic does 161st ST West over J Edwards Drain carry?
About 2,860 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is 161st ST West over J Edwards Drain?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.9 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns 161st ST West over J Edwards Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.