US 31 over Sand Creek
GoodJackson County, Indiana · 07.21 S SR 7 · Structure no. 009211
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 384 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,493
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 31 over Sand Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 31 over Sand Creek in Jackson County, Indiana. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 5,493 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,000 by 2034. The structure is 384 ft (117 m) long and 34 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 31 over Sand Creek built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 31 over Sand 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 31 over Sand Creek carry?
About 5,493 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 31 over Sand Creek?
The structure is 384 ft (117 m) long with a longest span of 148 ft (45.1 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US 31 over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.