SR 234 over Buck Creek
GoodHancock County, Indiana · 03.02 E US 36 · Structure no. 029745
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,826
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 234 over Buck Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 234 over Buck Creek in Hancock County, Indiana. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,826 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,000 by 2035. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 234 over Buck Creek built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 234 over Buck 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does SR 234 over Buck Creek carry?
About 3,826 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR 234 over Buck Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns SR 234 over Buck Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.