US Bridges

US 231 over James Krucek Ditch

Fair

Jasper County, Indiana · 02.93 S SR 2 · Structure no. 029540

Built
1961
64 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
72 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,472
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 231 over James Krucek Ditch is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 231 over James Krucek Ditch in Jasper County, Indiana. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 64 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 5,472 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,084 by 2032. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 231
CrossesJames Krucek Ditch
Location02.93 S SR 2
RouteU.S. Route 231
CountyJasper County
StateIndiana
Coordinates41.24636, -87.19913
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32.5 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length72 ft (21.9 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,472 (2004)
Projected traffic9,084 by 2032
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 US 231 over James Krucek Ditch built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.

What condition is US 231 over James Krucek 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 231 over James Krucek Ditch carry?

About 5,472 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 231 over James Krucek Ditch?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns US 231 over James Krucek Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.