US Bridges

65th ST over Strange Creek

Fair

Marion County, Indiana · 00.65 E of Keystone Ave · Structure no. 4900467

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
54 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,176
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

65th ST over Strange Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying 65th ST over Strange Creek in Marion County, Indiana. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 3,176 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,720 by 2039. The structure is 54 ft (16.4 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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Carries65th ST
CrossesStrange Creek
Location00.65 E of Keystone Ave
RouteCity Street 286
CountyMarion County
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.87597, -86.11014
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length54 ft (16.4 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.7 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,176 (2019)
Projected traffic4,720 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$729,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 65th ST over Strange Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is 65th ST over Strange 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 65th ST over Strange Creek carry?

About 3,176 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is 65th ST over Strange Creek?

The structure is 54 ft (16.4 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns 65th ST over Strange Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.