US Bridges

US 36 over Goose Creek

Good

Parke County, Indiana · 03.21 W SR 59 · Structure no. 011532

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,268
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 36 over Goose Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 36 over Goose Creek in Parke County, Indiana. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 4,268 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,105 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesUS 36
CrossesGoose Creek
Location03.21 W SR 59
RouteU.S. Route 36
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.75927, -87.16475
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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,268 (2021)
Projected traffic7,105 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 36 over Goose Creek built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 36 over Goose 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 36 over Goose Creek carry?

About 4,268 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 36 over Goose Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns US 36 over Goose Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.