US 231 over Jones Creek
GoodPutnam County, Indiana · 04.07 S US 36 · Structure no. 016040
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 2017
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,680
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 231 over Jones Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying US 231 over Jones Creek in Putnam County, Indiana. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 2017, so it is 94 years old, older 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 5,680 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,650 by 2036. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 231 over Jones Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.
What condition is US 231 over Jones 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 231 over Jones Creek carry?
About 5,680 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 231 over Jones Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (10.9 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US 231 over Jones Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.