US 50 over Branch Kessinger Ditch
FairKnox County, Indiana · 05.18 W SR 550 · Structure no. 018245
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,118
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 over Branch Kessinger Ditch is a steel culvert carrying US 50 over Branch Kessinger Ditch in Knox County, Indiana. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 8,118 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,243 by 2032. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50 over Branch Kessinger Ditch built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 over Branch Kessinger 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 50 over Branch Kessinger Ditch carry?
About 8,118 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 50 over Branch Kessinger Ditch?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns US 50 over Branch Kessinger Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.