US Bridges

US 50 (sr 135) over CSX RR

Good

Jackson County, Indiana · 00.42 W SR 135 · Structure no. 018580

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 2016
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
231 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,667
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 50 (sr 135) over CSX RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 50 (sr 135) over CSX RR in Jackson County, Indiana. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 91 years old, older 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 231 ft (70.4 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesUS 50 (sr 135)
CrossesCSX RR
Location00.42 W SR 135
RouteU.S. Route 50
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.87978, -86.06475
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.8 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length231 ft (70.4 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.7 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 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
CrossesRailroad
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 50 (sr 135) over CSX RR built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.

What condition is US 50 (sr 135) over CSX RR 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 50 (sr 135) over CSX RR carry?

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

How long is US 50 (sr 135) over CSX RR?

The structure is 231 ft (70.4 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US 50 (sr 135) over CSX RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.