US Bridges

SR 16 over Jones Ditch

Good

Newton County, Indiana · 03.46 E US 41 · Structure no. 004195

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,785
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 16 over Jones Ditch is a steel culvert carrying SR 16 over Jones Ditch in Newton County, Indiana. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 1,785 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,964 by 2030. The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSR 16
CrossesJones Ditch
Location03.46 E US 41
RouteState Highway 16
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.86564, -87.36879
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating42.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.3 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,785 (2004)
Projected traffic2,964 by 2030
Trucks10%
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 16 over Jones Ditch built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 16 over Jones 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 16 over Jones Ditch carry?

About 1,785 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 16 over Jones Ditch?

The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).

Who owns SR 16 over Jones Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.