US 31 over Scott-Youngman Ditch
GoodHoward County, Indiana · 00.70 N SR 26 · Structure no. 080408
- Built
- 2013
- 12 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 22,277
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 31 over Scott-Youngman Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 31 over Scott-Youngman Ditch in Howard County, Indiana. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 22,277 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,000 by 2035. The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 31 over Scott-Youngman Ditch built?
It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 31 over Scott-Youngman Ditch 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 Scott-Youngman Ditch carry?
About 22,277 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 31 over Scott-Youngman Ditch?
The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.7 m).
Who owns US 31 over Scott-Youngman Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.