US Bridges

SR 10 over Knight Ditch

Good

Newton County, Indiana · 02.31 E US 41 · Structure no. 002901

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,796
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 10 over Knight Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 10 over Knight Ditch in Newton County, Indiana. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,796 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,719 by 2042. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 10
CrossesKnight Ditch
Location02.31 E US 41
RouteState Highway 10
CountyNewton County
StateIndiana
Coordinates41.14467, -87.40954
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating102.8 US tons
Inventory rating79.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width56 ft (17 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,796 (2022)
Projected traffic5,719 by 2042
Trucks27%
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 SR 10 over Knight Ditch built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 10 over Knight Ditch 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does SR 10 over Knight Ditch carry?

About 4,796 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is SR 10 over Knight Ditch?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns SR 10 over Knight Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.