US Bridges

US 41 over Beaver Creek

Good

Newton County, Indiana · 02.01 N SR 114 · Structure no. 015510

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,734
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 41 over Beaver Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 41 over Beaver Creek in Newton County, Indiana. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older 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 6,734 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,988 by 2030. The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long and 122 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesUS 41
CrossesBeaver Creek
Location02.01 N SR 114
RouteU.S. Route 41
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.96601, -87.45012
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating100 US tons
Inventory rating72 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length53 ft (16.1 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width122 ft (37.2 m)
Roadway width120 ft (36.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,734 (2021)
Projected traffic7,988 by 2030
Trucks35%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 41 over Beaver Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 41 over Beaver Creek 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 41 over Beaver Creek carry?

About 6,734 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.

How long is US 41 over Beaver Creek?

The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 122 ft wide.

Who owns US 41 over Beaver Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.