US Bridges

CR 300S over Little White River

PoorPosted for load

Randolph County, Indiana · 01.94 MI W of SR 1 · Structure no. 6800089

Built
1920
105 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected August 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
92 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
207
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 300S over Little White River is a steel truss - thru carrying CR 300S over Little White River in Randolph County, Indiana. It was built in 1920, so it is 105 years old, older than the Indiana average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 207 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 254 by 2040. The structure is 92 ft (28.1 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

CarriesCR 300S
CrossesLittle White River
Location01.94 MI W of SR 1
RouteCounty Highway 50
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.12107, -85.16388
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating12.3 US tons
Inventory rating7.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckOpen grating
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length92 ft (28.1 m)
Longest span89 ft (27.1 m)
Deck width16 ft (5 m)
Roadway width16 ft (4.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic207 (2020)
Projected traffic254 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.7 million (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 300S over Little White River built?

It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 300S over Little White River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does CR 300S over Little White River carry?

About 207 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is CR 300S over Little White River?

The structure is 92 ft (28.1 m) long with a longest span of 89 ft (27.1 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns CR 300S over Little White River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.