Spiceland Road over Branch of Big Blue River
PoorPosted for loadHenry County, Indiana · 00.30 N of CR 650 S · Structure no. 3300121
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 40 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 400
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Spiceland Road over Branch of Big Blue River is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Spiceland Road over Branch of Big Blue River in Henry County, Indiana. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 years old, younger than the Indiana average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 400 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 700 by 2040. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Spiceland Road over Branch of Big Blue River built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is Spiceland Road over Branch of Big Blue River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does Spiceland Road over Branch of Big Blue River carry?
About 400 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Spiceland Road over Branch of Big Blue River?
The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.7 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Spiceland Road over Branch of Big Blue River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.