SR 47 over Karnes Creek
GoodMontgomery County, Indiana · 02.98 N SR 234 · Structure no. 017600
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,770
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 47 over Karnes Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying SR 47 over Karnes Creek in Montgomery 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 4,770 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,390 by 2040. The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 47 over Karnes Creek built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 47 over Karnes 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does SR 47 over Karnes Creek carry?
About 4,770 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is SR 47 over Karnes Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns SR 47 over Karnes Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.