US Bridges

State Ave over Pleasant Run

Fair

Marion County, Indiana · 00.20 S Prospect ST · Structure no. 4900303

Built
1911
114 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
75 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,312
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

State Ave over Pleasant Run is a concrete arch - deck carrying State Ave over Pleasant Run in Marion County, Indiana. It was built in 1911, 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 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 5,312 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,890 by 2039. The structure is 75 ft (22.8 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesState Ave
CrossesPleasant Run
Location00.20 S Prospect ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMarion County
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.74948, -86.13065
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating35.9 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadOther
Structure length75 ft (22.8 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.6 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,312 (2019)
Projected traffic7,890 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$720,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was State Ave over Pleasant Run built?

It was built in 1911, making it 114 years old in 2025.

What condition is State 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 State Ave over Pleasant Run carry?

About 5,312 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is State Ave over Pleasant Run?

The structure is 75 ft (22.8 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns State Ave over Pleasant Run?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.