US Bridges

US 50SR 135 over E Fk White River Ovfl

Good

Jackson County, Indiana · 00.72 E SR 135 · Structure no. 018550

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
218 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,667
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 50SR 135 over E Fk White River Ovfl is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 50SR 135 over E Fk White River Ovfl in Jackson County, Indiana. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 6,667 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,114 by 2036. The structure is 218 ft (66.4 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesUS 50SR 135
CrossesE Fk White River Ovfl
Location00.72 E SR 135
RouteU.S. Route 50
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.8805, -86.10005
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating27.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length218 ft (66.4 m)
Longest span54 ft (16.4 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.7 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,667 (2015)
Projected traffic9,114 by 2036
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 50SR 135 over E Fk White River Ovfl built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 50SR 135 over E Fk White River Ovfl 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 50SR 135 over E Fk White River Ovfl carry?

About 6,667 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 50SR 135 over E Fk White River Ovfl?

The structure is 218 ft (66.4 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.4 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns US 50SR 135 over E Fk White River Ovfl?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.