US Bridges

Wolcott Rdcr 1800 over I-65 Nb/Sb

GoodPosted for load

Jasper County, Indiana · 01.20 S US 24 · Structure no. 037990

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
271 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
41,719
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wolcott Rdcr 1800 over I-65 Nb/Sb is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Wolcott Rdcr 1800 over I-65 Nb/Sb in Jasper County, Indiana. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.

It carries about 41,719 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 600 by 2034. The structure is 271 ft (82.6 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

CarriesWolcott Rdcr 1800
CrossesI-65 Nb/Sb
Location01.20 S US 24
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.75111, -87.10765
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for other load-capacity restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.2 US tons
Inventory rating30.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length271 ft (82.6 m)
Longest span132 ft (40.3 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.6 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic41,719 (2021)
Projected traffic600 by 2034
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Wolcott Rdcr 1800 over I-65 Nb/Sb built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wolcott Rdcr 1800 over I-65 Nb/Sb 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Wolcott Rdcr 1800 over I-65 Nb/Sb carry?

About 41,719 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is Wolcott Rdcr 1800 over I-65 Nb/Sb?

The structure is 271 ft (82.6 m) long with a longest span of 132 ft (40.3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Wolcott Rdcr 1800 over I-65 Nb/Sb?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.