US Bridges

US 36 over Little Mud Creek

Good

Randolph County, Indiana · 01.40 W US 27 · Structure no. 011811

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,610
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 36 over Little Mud Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 36 over Little Mud Creek in Randolph County, Indiana. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 2,610 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,940 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 36
CrossesLittle Mud Creek
Location01.40 W US 27
RouteU.S. Route 36
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.04855, -84.96435
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations on dry land well above flood water elevations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72.1 US tons
Inventory rating56.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,610 (2013)
Projected traffic2,940 by 2033
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 US 36 over Little Mud Creek built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 36 over Little Mud 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 36 over Little Mud Creek carry?

About 2,610 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is US 36 over Little Mud Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m).

Who owns US 36 over Little Mud Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.