US Bridges

US 24 over Morrison Ditch

Fair

Newton County, Indiana · 00.51 E SR 71 · Structure no. 005868

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,999
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 24 over Morrison Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 24 over Morrison 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,999 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,891 by 2030. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 24
CrossesMorrison Ditch
Location00.51 E SR 71
RouteU.S. Route 24
CountyNewton County
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.76909, -87.48088
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,999 (2021)
Projected traffic6,891 by 2030
Trucks26%
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 Morrison Ditch built?

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

What condition is US 24 over Morrison Ditch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does US 24 over Morrison Ditch carry?

About 2,999 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is US 24 over Morrison Ditch?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 24 over Morrison Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.