Capitol Ave over Fall Creek
FairMarion County, Indiana · 00.55 S of 30th ST · Structure no. 4900213
- Built
- 1911
- 114 years old, rebuilt 2017
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 260 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,744
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Capitol Ave over Fall Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying Capitol Ave over Fall Creek in Marion County, Indiana. It was built in 1911 and reconstructed in 2017, so it is 114 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 17,744 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,367 by 2039. The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Frequently asked questions
When was Capitol Ave over Fall Creek built?
It was built in 1911, making it 114 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.
What condition is Capitol Ave 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 Capitol Ave over Fall Creek carry?
About 17,744 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Capitol Ave over Fall Creek?
The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.3 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns Capitol Ave over Fall Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.