79th ST over Fall Creek
FairMarion County, Indiana · 00.26 E of Fall Creek RD · Structure no. 4900033
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 254 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,309
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
79th ST over Fall Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 79th ST over Fall Creek in Marion County, Indiana. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 59 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 22,309 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,150 by 2039. The structure is 254 ft (77.4 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 79th ST over Fall Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is 79th ST over Fall 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 79th ST over Fall Creek carry?
About 22,309 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is 79th ST over Fall Creek?
The structure is 254 ft (77.4 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns 79th ST over Fall Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.