US 27 over Little Salamonie River
FairJay County, Indiana · 01.33 S SR 26 · Structure no. 007340
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 2021
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 112 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,510
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 27 over Little Salamonie River is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 27 over Little Salamonie River in Jay County, Indiana. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 2021, so it is 60 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 6 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 5,510 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,520 by 2039. The structure is 112 ft (34.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 27 over Little Salamonie River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2021.
What condition is US 27 over Little Salamonie River 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 US 27 over Little Salamonie River carry?
About 5,510 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US 27 over Little Salamonie River?
The structure is 112 ft (34.2 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 27 over Little Salamonie River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.