Jefferson Street over Leatherwood Creek
PoorPosted for loadLawrence County, Indiana · 00.01 N of Groundhog RD · Structure no. 4700137
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 62 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 138
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Jefferson Street over Leatherwood Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Jefferson Street over Leatherwood Creek in Lawrence County, Indiana. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 years old, older than the Indiana average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 138 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 201 by 2036. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 16 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Jefferson Street over Leatherwood Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is Jefferson Street over Leatherwood Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does Jefferson Street over Leatherwood Creek carry?
About 138 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Jefferson Street over Leatherwood Creek?
The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Jefferson Street over Leatherwood Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.