US Bridges

US 31 over E Fk Little Wildcat Crk

Good

Howard County, Indiana · 1.40 S SR 26 · Structure no. 076970

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,341
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 31 over E Fk Little Wildcat Crk is a concrete culvert carrying US 31 over E Fk Little Wildcat Crk in Howard County, Indiana. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 15,341 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,870 by 2031. The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long and 77 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS 31
CrossesE Fk Little Wildcat Crk
Location1.40 S SR 26
RouteState Highway 31
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.40506, -86.11011
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 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 rating57.1 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length38 ft (11.5 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.7 m)
Deck width77 ft (23.4 m)
Roadway width76 ft (23.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,341 (2021)
Projected traffic18,870 by 2031
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 US 31 over E Fk Little Wildcat Crk built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 31 over E Fk Little Wildcat Crk 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 31 over E Fk Little Wildcat Crk carry?

About 15,341 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 31 over E Fk Little Wildcat Crk?

The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.7 m) and a deck 77 ft wide.

Who owns US 31 over E Fk Little Wildcat Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.