US Bridges

US 27 over White River

Fair

Randolph County, Indiana · 03.46 N US 36 · Structure no. 007270

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
62 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,909
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 27 over White River is a concrete culvert carrying US 27 over White River in Randolph County, Indiana. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 5,909 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,184 by 2030. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS 27
CrossesWhite River
Location03.46 N US 36
RouteU.S. Route 27
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.10443, -84.94299
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating88.6 US tons
Inventory rating68.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,909 (2004)
Projected traffic8,184 by 2030
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US 27 over White River built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 27 over White River 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US 27 over White River carry?

About 5,909 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 27 over White River?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns US 27 over White River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.