US Bridges

US 24 over Tributary Hunter Ditch

Good

Newton County, Indiana · 01.45 E E JCT SR 55 · Structure no. 005878

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,707
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 24 over Tributary Hunter Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 24 over Tributary Hunter Ditch in Newton County, Indiana. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 2,707 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,500 by 2030. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS 24
CrossesTributary Hunter Ditch
Location01.45 E E JCT SR 55
RouteU.S. Route 24
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.76558, -87.28737
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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating100 US tons
Inventory rating79.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width46 ft (13.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,707 (2021)
Projected traffic5,500 by 2030
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
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 US 24 over Tributary Hunter Ditch built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 24 over Tributary Hunter 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 Tributary Hunter Ditch carry?

About 2,707 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 24 over Tributary Hunter Ditch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 24 over Tributary Hunter Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.