US Bridges

Ritter Ave over Pleasant Run

Fair

Marion County, Indiana · 00.35 N of Washington ST · Structure no. 4900250

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
55 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,664
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ritter Ave over Pleasant Run is a concrete arch - deck carrying Ritter Ave over Pleasant Run in Marion County, Indiana. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 5 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 10,664 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,847 by 2039. The structure is 55 ft (16.7 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesRitter Ave
CrossesPleasant Run
Location00.35 N of Washington ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMarion County
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.77582, -86.07362
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length55 ft (16.7 m)
Longest span49 ft (14.9 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.7 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,664 (2019)
Projected traffic15,847 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$205,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ritter Ave over Pleasant Run built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ritter Ave over Pleasant 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Ritter Ave over Pleasant Run carry?

About 10,664 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Ritter Ave over Pleasant Run?

The structure is 55 ft (16.7 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns Ritter Ave over Pleasant Run?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.