US Bridges

Mitthoefer RD over Morris Ditch

Good

Marion County, Indiana · 00.45 S of Washington ST · Structure no. 4900268

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 2018
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
72 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,252
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mitthoefer RD over Morris Ditch is a concrete continuous slab carrying Mitthoefer RD over Morris Ditch in Marion County, Indiana. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 61 years old, older 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 14,252 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,178 by 2039. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesMitthoefer RD
CrossesMorris Ditch
Location00.45 S of Washington ST
RouteCity Street 0
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.76848, -85.99025
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70.5 US tons
Inventory rating42.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length72 ft (21.9 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.6 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,252 (2019)
Projected traffic21,178 by 2039
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Mitthoefer RD over Morris Ditch built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.

What condition is Mitthoefer RD over Morris Ditch 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Mitthoefer RD over Morris Ditch carry?

About 14,252 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Mitthoefer RD over Morris Ditch?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.6 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Mitthoefer RD over Morris Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.