US Bridges

SR 16 over Bice Ditch

Fair

Jasper County, Indiana · 03.28 E US 231 · Structure no. 004230

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
98 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,647
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 16 over Bice Ditch is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 16 over Bice Ditch in Jasper County, Indiana. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 1,647 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,735 by 2030. The structure is 98 ft (29.8 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 16
CrossesBice Ditch
Location03.28 E US 231
RouteState Highway 16
CountyJasper County
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.86672, -87.09206
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length98 ft (29.8 m)
Longest span36 ft (11.1 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,647 (2004)
Projected traffic2,735 by 2030
Trucks10%
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

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 SR 16 over Bice Ditch built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 16 over Bice Ditch 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does SR 16 over Bice Ditch carry?

About 1,647 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 16 over Bice Ditch?

The structure is 98 ft (29.8 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns SR 16 over Bice Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.