US Bridges

US 136 over Middle Fk Big Walnut CR

Fair

Hendricks County, Indiana · 02.06 E SR 75 · Structure no. 026910

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
59 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,703
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 136 over Middle Fk Big Walnut CR is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 136 over Middle Fk Big Walnut CR in Hendricks County, Indiana. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 5 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 5,703 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,081 by 2030. The structure is 59 ft (17.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 136
CrossesMiddle Fk Big Walnut CR
Location02.06 E SR 75
RouteU.S. Route 136
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.91063, -86.59374
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66 US tons
Inventory rating39.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length59 ft (17.9 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,703 (2021)
Projected traffic4,081 by 2030
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 136 over Middle Fk Big Walnut CR built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 136 over Middle Fk Big Walnut CR 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 136 over Middle Fk Big Walnut CR carry?

About 5,703 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 136 over Middle Fk Big Walnut CR?

The structure is 59 ft (17.9 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 136 over Middle Fk Big Walnut CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.