US Bridges

US 50 over Mt Zina Branch

Good

Martin County, Indiana · 00.98 W SR 650 · Structure no. 018410

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,443
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 50 over Mt Zina Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 50 over Mt Zina Branch in Martin County, Indiana. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 4,443 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,154 by 2030. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 50
CrossesMt Zina Branch
Location00.98 W SR 650
RouteU.S. Route 50
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.68183, -86.7423
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.4 US tons
Inventory rating44.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span36 ft (10.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,443 (2004)
Projected traffic6,154 by 2030
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 50 over Mt Zina Branch built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 50 over Mt Zina Branch 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does US 50 over Mt Zina Branch carry?

About 4,443 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 50 over Mt Zina Branch?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (10.9 m).

Who owns US 50 over Mt Zina Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.