US Bridges

Burdsal Pkwy over Indpls Water CO Canal

Good

Marion County, Indiana · 00.47 W of Mlk Jr ST · Structure no. 4900200

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
68 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,006
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Burdsal Pkwy over Indpls Water CO Canal is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Burdsal Pkwy over Indpls Water CO Canal in Marion County, Indiana. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger than the Indiana average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,006 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,953 by 2039. The structure is 68 ft (20.8 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesBurdsal Pkwy
CrossesIndpls Water CO Canal
Location00.47 W of Mlk Jr ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMarion County
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.80068, -86.17877
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length68 ft (20.8 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.4 m)
Deck width75 ft (22.8 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,006 (2019)
Projected traffic5,953 by 2039
Trucks10%
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

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 Burdsal Pkwy over Indpls Water CO Canal built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Burdsal Pkwy over Indpls Water CO Canal in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does Burdsal Pkwy over Indpls Water CO Canal carry?

About 4,006 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Burdsal Pkwy over Indpls Water CO Canal?

The structure is 68 ft (20.8 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.

Who owns Burdsal Pkwy over Indpls Water CO Canal?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.