SR 55 over North Gruden Ditch
GoodNewton County, Indiana · 01.05 N SR 16 · Structure no. 076960
- Built
- 2013
- 12 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 491
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 55 over North Gruden Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 55 over North Gruden Ditch in Newton County, Indiana. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 491 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 545 by 2034. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 55 over North Gruden Ditch built?
It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 55 over North Gruden 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does SR 55 over North Gruden Ditch carry?
About 491 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SR 55 over North Gruden Ditch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns SR 55 over North Gruden Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.