US Bridges

Main ST over Lick Creek

Fair

Marion County, Indiana · 00.32 E of Sherman DR · Structure no. 4900341

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
117 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,887
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Main ST over Lick Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Main ST over Lick 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 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 1,887 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,800 by 2039. The structure is 117 ft (35.6 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesMain ST
CrossesLick Creek
Location00.32 E of Sherman DR
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMarion County
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.72162, -86.09564
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.9 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length117 ft (35.6 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.8 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.2 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,887 (2019)
Projected traffic2,800 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Main ST over Lick Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Main ST over Lick 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 Main ST over Lick Creek carry?

About 1,887 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Main ST over Lick Creek?

The structure is 117 ft (35.6 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.8 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns Main ST over Lick Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.