US Bridges

I-65 over Grassy Creek

Fair

Jackson County, Indiana · 00.78 S SR 250 · Structure no. 035100

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
38,025
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-65 over Grassy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-65 over Grassy Creek in Jackson County, Indiana. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older 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 5 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 38,025 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 76,076 by 2030. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long and 133 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).

Location

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CarriesI-65
CrossesGrassy Creek
Location00.78 S SR 250
RouteInterstate 65
CountyJackson County
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.83217, -85.81895
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating100 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length37 ft (11.2 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width133 ft (40.5 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic38,025 (2022)
Projected traffic76,076 by 2030
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5.6 mi (9 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 I-65 over Grassy Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-65 over Grassy Creek 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does I-65 over Grassy Creek carry?

About 38,025 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is I-65 over Grassy Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 133 ft wide.

Who owns I-65 over Grassy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.