US Bridges

US 40 over Flatrock River

Good

Henry County, Indiana · 00.28 W SR 103 · Structure no. 014061

Built
2024
1 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
151 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,877
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 40 over Flatrock River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 40 over Flatrock River in Henry County, Indiana. It was built in 2024, so it is 1 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 2,877 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,036 by 2042. The structure is 151 ft (46.1 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 40
CrossesFlatrock River
Location00.28 W SR 103
RouteU.S. Route 40
CountyHenry County
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.80671, -85.35797
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.5 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length151 ft (46.1 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.2 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.2 m)
Roadway width63 ft (19.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,877 (2022)
Projected traffic3,036 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
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 40 over Flatrock River built?

It was built in 2024, making it 1 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 40 over Flatrock River 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 40 over Flatrock River carry?

About 2,877 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 40 over Flatrock River?

The structure is 151 ft (46.1 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.2 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns US 40 over Flatrock River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.