US Bridges

Main ST over White River

Fair

Madison County, Indiana · 00.10 W Alexandria Pk · Structure no. 4800184

Built
1976
49 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
541 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
14,115
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Main ST over White River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Main ST over White River in Madison County, Indiana. It was built in 1976 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 49 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 5 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 14,115 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,987 by 2043. The structure is 541 ft (165 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesMain ST
CrossesWhite River
Location00.10 W Alexandria Pk
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMadison County
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.11333, -85.6749
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length541 ft (165 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.4 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,115 (2023)
Projected traffic19,987 by 2043
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Main ST over White River built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is Main ST over White 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Main ST over White River carry?

About 14,115 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Main ST over White River?

The structure is 541 ft (165 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns Main ST over White River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.