US Bridges

SR 26 over Kokomo Creek

Fair

Howard County, Indiana · 01.54 E SR 19 · Structure no. 006830

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,828
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 26 over Kokomo Creek is a steel culvert carrying SR 26 over Kokomo Creek in Howard County, Indiana. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 3,828 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,868 by 2030. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 26
CrossesKokomo Creek
Location01.54 E SR 19
RouteState Highway 26
CountyHoward County
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.42038, -86.00263
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating71.4 US tons
Inventory rating55.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,828 (2021)
Projected traffic8,868 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 SR 26 over Kokomo Creek built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 26 over Kokomo 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 SR 26 over Kokomo Creek carry?

About 3,828 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 26 over Kokomo Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns SR 26 over Kokomo Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.