US Bridges

SR 109 over Central Creek

Fair

Henry County, Indiana · 02.64 N US 40 · Structure no. 025350

Built
1941
84 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,598
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 109 over Central Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 109 over Central Creek in Henry County, Indiana. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 4,598 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,624 by 2030. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 109
CrossesCentral Creek
Location02.64 N US 40
RouteState Highway 109
CountyHenry County
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.82982, -85.54336
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.5 US tons
Inventory rating31.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width39 ft (12 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,598 (2022)
Projected traffic8,624 by 2030
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 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 SR 109 over Central Creek built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 109 over Central 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SR 109 over Central Creek carry?

About 4,598 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 109 over Central Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns SR 109 over Central Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.