US Bridges

SR 37 over Judah Branch

Good

Monroe County, Indiana · 06.40 N SR 54 · Structure no. 012020

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
17,326
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 37 over Judah Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 37 over Judah Branch in Monroe County, Indiana. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 17,326 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,602 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).

CarriesSR 37
CrossesJudah Branch
Location06.40 N SR 54
RouteState Highway 37
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.99972, -86.53732
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.7 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width76 ft (23.1 m)
Roadway width76 ft (23.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,326 (2004)
Projected traffic24,602 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5.6 mi (9 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 37 over Judah Branch built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 37 over Judah 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does SR 37 over Judah Branch carry?

About 17,326 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 37 over Judah Branch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.

Who owns SR 37 over Judah Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.