SR 56 over Island Branch Creek
FairOhio County, Indiana · 03.35 E SR 262 · Structure no. 020440
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 52 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,110
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 56 over Island Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 56 over Island Branch Creek in Ohio 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 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 7,110 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,279 by 2031. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 56 over Island Branch Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 56 over Island Branch Creek 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SR 56 over Island Branch Creek carry?
About 7,110 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 56 over Island Branch Creek?
The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m).
Who owns SR 56 over Island Branch Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.