US 231 over Falls Branch
GoodPutnam County, Indiana · 02.61 S US 36 · Structure no. 016045
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,441
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 231 over Falls Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 231 over Falls Branch in Putnam 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 4,441 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,133 by 2030. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 40.4 mi (65 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 231 over Falls Branch built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 231 over Falls Branch 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 Falls Branch carry?
About 4,441 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 231 over Falls Branch?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (8 m).
Who owns US 231 over Falls Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.