US Bridges

Georgetown RD over Little Eagle Creek

Fair

Marion County, Indiana · 00.08 S of 79th ST · Structure no. 4900009

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
36 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
30,678
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Georgetown RD over Little Eagle Creek is a steel culvert carrying Georgetown RD over Little Eagle Creek in Marion County, Indiana. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 30,678 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,590 by 2039. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesGeorgetown RD
CrossesLittle Eagle Creek
Location00.08 S of 79th ST
RouteCity Street 4279
CountyMarion County
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.8955, -86.24107
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length36 ft (10.9 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.4 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,678 (2019)
Projected traffic45,590 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Georgetown RD over Little Eagle Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Georgetown RD over Little Eagle 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Georgetown RD over Little Eagle Creek carry?

About 30,678 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Georgetown RD over Little Eagle Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns Georgetown RD over Little Eagle Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.