US 421 over MP Hill Ditch
FairPulaski County, Indiana · 00.23 S SR 114 · Structure no. 032400
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,989
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 421 over MP Hill Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 421 over MP Hill Ditch in Pulaski County, Indiana. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 3,989 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,524 by 2030. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 US 421 over MP Hill Ditch built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 421 over MP Hill Ditch 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US 421 over MP Hill Ditch carry?
About 3,989 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 421 over MP Hill Ditch?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns US 421 over MP Hill Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.