US Bridges

SR 28 over Hollowell Creek

Good

Randolph County, Indiana · 02.68 W US 27 · Structure no. 007840

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,707
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 28 over Hollowell Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 28 over Hollowell Creek 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 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 1,707 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,219 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesSR 28
CrossesHollowell Creek
Location02.68 W US 27
RouteState Highway 28
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.28136, -85.02682
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.7 US tons
Inventory rating36.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.6 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,707 (2022)
Projected traffic2,219 by 2042
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SR 28 over Hollowell Creek built?

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

What condition is SR 28 over Hollowell 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SR 28 over Hollowell Creek carry?

About 1,707 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SR 28 over Hollowell Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.6 m).

Who owns SR 28 over Hollowell Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.