US Bridges

SR 931 over Little Wildcat Creek

Good

Howard County, Indiana · 00.29 N SR 26 · Structure no. 009761

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
14,108
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 931 over Little Wildcat Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 931 over Little Wildcat Creek in Howard County, Indiana. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 14,108 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,108 by 2041. The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long and 115 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSR 931
CrossesLittle Wildcat Creek
Location00.29 N SR 26
RouteState Highway 931
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.42306, -86.12734
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length44 ft (13.3 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.6 m)
Deck width115 ft (35 m)
Roadway width86 ft (26.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,108 (2018)
Projected traffic14,108 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 931 over Little Wildcat Creek built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 931 over Little Wildcat Creek 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 931 over Little Wildcat Creek carry?

About 14,108 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR 931 over Little Wildcat Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.6 m) and a deck 115 ft wide.

Who owns SR 931 over Little Wildcat Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.