US Bridges

Farley RD over Farley Creek

Good

Marion County, Indiana · 00.30 N of 10th ST · Structure no. 4900603

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,741
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Farley RD over Farley Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Farley RD over Farley Creek in Marion County, Indiana. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 3,741 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,560 by 2039. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesFarley RD
CrossesFarley Creek
Location00.30 N of 10th ST
RouteCity Street 573
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.78389, -86.27486
Functional classUrban Local

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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.3 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,741 (2019)
Projected traffic5,560 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 Farley RD over Farley Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Farley RD over Farley 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Farley RD over Farley Creek carry?

About 3,741 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Farley RD over Farley Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Farley RD over Farley Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.