US Bridges

SR 124 over Branch Asher Branch

Good

Miami County, Indiana · 05.91 W SR 13 · Structure no. 026110

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
912
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 124 over Branch Asher Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 124 over Branch Asher Branch in Miami County, Indiana. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 912 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,408 by 2034. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 124
CrossesBranch Asher Branch
Location05.91 W SR 13
RouteState Highway 124
CountyMiami County
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.73724, -85.94236
Functional classRural Major 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.1 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic912 (2019)
Projected traffic1,408 by 2034
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 SR 124 over Branch Asher Branch built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 124 over Branch Asher 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does SR 124 over Branch Asher Branch carry?

About 912 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 124 over Branch Asher Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns SR 124 over Branch Asher Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.