Nelson Ave over Bean Creek
FairMarion County, Indiana · 00.12 E of Shelby ST · Structure no. 4900319
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,827
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nelson Ave over Bean Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Nelson Ave over Bean Creek in Marion County, Indiana. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 1,827 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,720 by 2039. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nelson Ave over Bean Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nelson Ave over Bean 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 Nelson Ave over Bean Creek carry?
About 1,827 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Nelson Ave over Bean Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Nelson Ave over Bean Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.