US Bridges

39th ST over Pogues Run

Fair

Marion County, Indiana · 00.15 E of Arlington Ave · Structure no. 4900164

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,123
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

39th ST over Pogues Run is a steel culvert carrying 39th ST over Pogues Run in Marion County, Indiana. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 1,123 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,670 by 2039. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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Carries39th ST
CrossesPogues Run
Location00.15 E of Arlington Ave
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMarion County
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.82792, -86.06187
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.8 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,123 (2019)
Projected traffic1,670 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
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

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 39th ST over Pogues Run built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is 39th ST over Pogues Run 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 39th ST over Pogues Run carry?

About 1,123 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is 39th ST over Pogues Run?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns 39th ST over Pogues Run?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.