US Bridges

SR 37 SR-37 Sbl over Salt Creek

Good

Morgan County, Indiana · 04.70 N SR 44 · Structure no. 012345

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
23,882
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 37 SR-37 Sbl over Salt Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 37 SR-37 Sbl over Salt Creek in Morgan County, Indiana. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 23,882 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,415 by 2031. The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long and 140 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesSR 37 SR-37 Sbl
CrossesSalt Creek
Location04.70 N SR 44
RouteState Highway 37
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.48883, -86.35407
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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.1 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length23 ft (7.1 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width140 ft (42.6 m)
Roadway width108 ft (32.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,882 (2004)
Projected traffic32,415 by 2031
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 SR-37 Sbl over Salt Creek built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 37 SR-37 Sbl over Salt 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does SR 37 SR-37 Sbl over Salt Creek carry?

About 23,882 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 37 SR-37 Sbl over Salt Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 140 ft wide.

Who owns SR 37 SR-37 Sbl over Salt Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.