US 50 over Spreading Elm Branch
FairJackson County, Indiana · 00.08 E SR 235 · Structure no. 018500
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 102 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,464
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 over Spreading Elm Branch is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 50 over Spreading Elm Branch in Jackson County, Indiana. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger than the Indiana average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 5,464 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,612 by 2030. The structure is 102 ft (31 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50 over Spreading Elm Branch built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 over Spreading Elm Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does US 50 over Spreading Elm Branch carry?
About 5,464 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 50 over Spreading Elm Branch?
The structure is 102 ft (31 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.8 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 over Spreading Elm Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.