US Bridges

CR 900 North over Runt Run

Fair

Jackson County, Indiana · 0.23 W of CR 400 W · Structure no. 3600171

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
65
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 900 North over Runt Run is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying CR 900 North over Runt Run in Jackson County, Indiana. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 65 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 85 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesCR 900 North
CrossesRunt Run
Location0.23 W of CR 400 W
RouteCounty Highway 27
CountyJackson County
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.00635, -86.12081
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionMarch 2023
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.4 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic65 (2013)
Projected traffic85 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$150,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 900 North over Runt Run built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 900 North over Runt Run 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does CR 900 North over Runt Run carry?

About 65 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is CR 900 North over Runt Run?

The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns CR 900 North over Runt Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.