US 31 over Sandy Branch
GoodJackson County, Indiana · 01.81 N US 50 · Structure no. 009190
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 83 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,326
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 31 over Sandy Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 31 over Sandy Branch in Jackson County, Indiana. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 6,326 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,782 by 2033. The structure is 83 ft (25.2 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 31 over Sandy Branch built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 31 over Sandy Branch 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 31 over Sandy Branch carry?
About 6,326 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 31 over Sandy Branch?
The structure is 83 ft (25.2 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.7 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns US 31 over Sandy Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.