SR 44 over Koots Fork
GoodJohnson County, Indiana · 04.26 W SR 135 · Structure no. 016350
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,164
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 44 over Koots Fork is a concrete culvert carrying SR 44 over Koots Fork in Johnson County, Indiana. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 1,164 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,945 by 2031. The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 44 over Koots Fork built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 44 over Koots Fork 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does SR 44 over Koots Fork carry?
About 1,164 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 44 over Koots Fork?
The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SR 44 over Koots Fork?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.