US Bridges

Churchman Bypass over Sloan Creek

Good

Marion County, Indiana · 00.10 E of Arlington Ave · Structure no. 4900499

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,932
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Churchman Bypass over Sloan Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Churchman Bypass over Sloan Creek in Marion County, Indiana. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 4,932 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,329 by 2039. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesChurchman Bypass
CrossesSloan Creek
Location00.10 E of Arlington Ave
RouteCity Street 0
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.71234, -86.06171
Functional classUrban Collector

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 adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.8 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,932 (2019)
Projected traffic7,329 by 2039
Trucks10%
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 Churchman Bypass over Sloan Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Churchman Bypass over Sloan Creek 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 Churchman Bypass over Sloan Creek carry?

About 4,932 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Churchman Bypass over Sloan Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns Churchman Bypass over Sloan Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.