US 231 over Carpenter Creek
GoodJasper County, Indiana · 00.21 N US 24 N JCT · Structure no. 029450
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1954
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 53 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,317
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 231 over Carpenter Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying US 231 over Carpenter Creek in Jasper County, Indiana. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1954, so it is 96 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 2,317 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,586 by 2030. The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 231 over Carpenter Creek built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1954.
What condition is US 231 over Carpenter 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 231 over Carpenter Creek carry?
About 2,317 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 231 over Carpenter Creek?
The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns US 231 over Carpenter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.