US Bridges

Vandalia ST over Neeld Ditch

Fair

Marion County, Indiana · 00.05 NE of Morris ST · Structure no. 4900613

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1967
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
33 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
932
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Vandalia ST over Neeld Ditch is a concrete slab carrying Vandalia ST over Neeld Ditch in Marion County, Indiana. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 71 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 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 932 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,380 by 2039. The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesVandalia ST
CrossesNeeld Ditch
Location00.05 NE of Morris ST
RouteCity Street 4242
CountyMarion County
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.75031, -86.23934
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
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 adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating35.9 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+1 approach)
Design loadOther
Structure length33 ft (10 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.2 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic932 (2019)
Projected traffic1,380 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 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 Vandalia ST over Neeld Ditch built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.

What condition is Vandalia ST over Neeld Ditch 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 Vandalia ST over Neeld Ditch carry?

About 932 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Vandalia ST over Neeld Ditch?

The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Vandalia ST over Neeld Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.