US 41 NB over Maria Creek
FairKnox County, Indiana · 02.25 S SR 550 · Structure no. 014800
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 207 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,328
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 41 NB over Maria Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 41 NB over Maria Creek in Knox County, Indiana. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 54 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 6,328 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,765 by 2030. The structure is 207 ft (63 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 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 41 NB over Maria Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is US 41 NB over Maria Creek 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US 41 NB over Maria Creek carry?
About 6,328 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 41 NB over Maria Creek?
The structure is 207 ft (63 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 41 NB over Maria Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.