US Bridges

CR 890 West over Branch of Salt Creek

Good

Jackson County, Indiana · 0.07 N of CR 625 N · Structure no. 3600011

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
29 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
240
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 890 West over Branch of Salt Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying CR 890 West over Branch of Salt Creek in Jackson County, Indiana. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 240 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 310 by 2033. The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesCR 890 West
CrossesBranch of Salt Creek
Location0.07 N of CR 625 N
RouteCounty Highway 15
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.9663, -86.20336
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.9 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.9 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.6 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic240 (2013)
Projected traffic310 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 CR 890 West over Branch of Salt Creek built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 890 West over Branch of Salt 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does CR 890 West over Branch of Salt Creek carry?

About 240 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is CR 890 West over Branch of Salt Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.9 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns CR 890 West over Branch of Salt Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.