US Bridges

US 24 over Bonham Ditch

Good

Newton County, Indiana · 00.39 W SR 71 · Structure no. 005866

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,793
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 24 over Bonham Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 24 over Bonham Ditch in Newton County, Indiana. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 3,793 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,254 by 2030. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 24
CrossesBonham Ditch
Location00.39 W SR 71
RouteU.S. Route 24
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.76966, -87.49944
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,793 (2004)
Projected traffic5,254 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 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 US 24 over Bonham Ditch built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 24 over Bonham 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US 24 over Bonham Ditch carry?

About 3,793 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 24 over Bonham Ditch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 24 over Bonham Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.