US Bridges

US 40 over Simmons Creek

Fair

Henry County, Indiana · 3.87 W SR 1 · Structure no. 014070

Built
1921
104 years old, rebuilt 1944
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,556
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 40 over Simmons Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 40 over Simmons Creek in Henry County, Indiana. It was built in 1921 and reconstructed in 1944, so it is 104 years old, older 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 2,556 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,342 by 2030. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 114 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 40
CrossesSimmons Creek
Location3.87 W SR 1
RouteU.S. Route 40
CountyHenry County
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.81147, -85.22776
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.6 US tons
Inventory rating46.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width114 ft (34.6 m)
Roadway width111 ft (33.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,556 (2022)
Projected traffic6,342 by 2030
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5.6 mi (9 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible 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 Simmons Creek built?

It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1944.

What condition is US 40 over Simmons Creek 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 40 over Simmons Creek carry?

About 2,556 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 40 over Simmons Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 114 ft wide.

Who owns US 40 over Simmons Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.