US Bridges

I-70 over Branch of Croys Creek

Good

Putnam County, Indiana · 06.55 W SR 243 · Structure no. 041504

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
32,120
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-70 over Branch of Croys Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-70 over Branch of Croys Creek in Putnam County, Indiana. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 32,120 vehicles a day, roughly 52% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,070 by 2028. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long and 120 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesI-70
CrossesBranch of Croys Creek
Location06.55 W SR 243
RouteInterstate 70
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.49114, -86.99011
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.2 US tons
Inventory rating41.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length32 ft (9.9 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width120 ft (36.5 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic32,120 (2022)
Projected traffic42,070 by 2028
Trucks52%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-70 over Branch of Croys Creek built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-70 over Branch of Croys 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does I-70 over Branch of Croys Creek carry?

About 32,120 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 52% are trucks.

How long is I-70 over Branch of Croys Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 120 ft wide.

Who owns I-70 over Branch of Croys Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.