US Bridges

US 35 over Stone Branch

Good

Henry County, Indiana · 05.72 N US 36 · Structure no. 011160

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,332
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 35 over Stone Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 35 over Stone Branch in Henry County, Indiana. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 5,332 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,385 by 2030. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 35
CrossesStone Branch
Location05.72 N US 36
RouteU.S. Route 35
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.07367, -85.27209
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.2 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,332 (2004)
Projected traffic7,385 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 US 35 over Stone Branch built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 35 over Stone Branch 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US 35 over Stone Branch carry?

About 5,332 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 35 over Stone Branch?

The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.1 m).

Who owns US 35 over Stone Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.