16th Strmlk Jr over Indpls Water CO Canal
PoorMarion County, Indiana · 00.60 W of Meridian Stree · Structure no. 4900209
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1979
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 138 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,206
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
16th Strmlk Jr over Indpls Water CO Canal is a concrete continuous slab carrying 16th Strmlk Jr over Indpls Water CO Canal in Marion County, Indiana. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 90 years old, older than the Indiana average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 25,206 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,455 by 2039. The structure is 138 ft (42 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 16th Strmlk Jr over Indpls Water CO Canal built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.
What condition is 16th Strmlk Jr over Indpls Water CO Canal in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does 16th Strmlk Jr over Indpls Water CO Canal carry?
About 25,206 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is 16th Strmlk Jr over Indpls Water CO Canal?
The structure is 138 ft (42 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.3 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns 16th Strmlk Jr over Indpls Water CO Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.