US 40 over Deer Creek
FairPutnam County, Indiana · 00.76 E SR 243 · Structure no. 013720
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 162 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,260
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 40 over Deer Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 40 over Deer Creek in Putnam County, Indiana. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 88 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 6,260 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,520 by 2041. The structure is 162 ft (49.3 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 40 over Deer Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is US 40 over Deer 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 40 over Deer Creek carry?
About 6,260 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 40 over Deer Creek?
The structure is 162 ft (49.3 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.8 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.
Who owns US 40 over Deer Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.