US 40 WB over Mchaffie Branch
FairPutnam County, Indiana · 00.07 E SR 75 · Structure no. 013751
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 71 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,420
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 40 WB over Mchaffie Branch is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 40 WB over Mchaffie Branch in Putnam County, Indiana. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 5 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 2,420 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,264 by 2030. The structure is 71 ft (21.6 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 40 WB over Mchaffie Branch built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 40 WB over Mchaffie Branch 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 WB over Mchaffie Branch carry?
About 2,420 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 40 WB over Mchaffie Branch?
The structure is 71 ft (21.6 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.
Who owns US 40 WB over Mchaffie Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.