Bethel Ave over Bean Creek
FairMarion County, Indiana · 00.05 SE of Sherman DR · Structure no. 4900335
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,086
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bethel Ave over Bean Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bethel Ave over Bean Creek in Marion County, Indiana. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 2,086 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,100 by 2039. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bethel Ave over Bean Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bethel 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Bethel Ave over Bean Creek carry?
About 2,086 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Bethel Ave over Bean Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (10.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Bethel Ave over Bean Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.