US Bridges

Acton Road over Unnamed Ditch

Good

Marion County, Indiana · 00.05 N of Southport Road · Structure no. 4900452

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,465
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Acton Road over Unnamed Ditch is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Acton Road over Unnamed Ditch in Marion County, Indiana. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 6,465 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,607 by 2039. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesActon Road
CrossesUnnamed Ditch
Location00.05 N of Southport Road
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMarion County
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.66052, -85.97099
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span13 ft (4.1 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.6 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,465 (2019)
Projected traffic9,607 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 Acton Road over Unnamed Ditch built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Acton Road over Unnamed 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 Acton Road over Unnamed Ditch carry?

About 6,465 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Acton Road over Unnamed Ditch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns Acton Road over Unnamed Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.