US Bridges

US 136 over Black Creek

Good

Montgomery County, Indiana · 03.19 W US 231 · Structure no. 026840

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
174 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,642
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 136 over Black Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 136 over Black Creek in Montgomery County, Indiana. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 2,642 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,872 by 2033. The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 136
CrossesBlack Creek
Location03.19 W US 231
RouteU.S. Route 136
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.06129, -86.94971
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56.1 US tons
Inventory rating42.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length174 ft (53 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.2 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.7 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,642 (2021)
Projected traffic7,872 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 US 136 over Black Creek built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 136 over Black 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 136 over Black Creek carry?

About 2,642 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US 136 over Black Creek?

The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.2 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns US 136 over Black Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.