US 50 over Branch of Caesar Creek
FairRipley County, Indiana · 00.50 E SR 129 · Structure no. 018745
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 27 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,587
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 over Branch of Caesar Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying US 50 over Branch of Caesar Creek in Ripley County, Indiana. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 5 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 7,587 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,099 by 2031. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50 over Branch of Caesar Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 over Branch of Caesar Creek 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 50 over Branch of Caesar Creek carry?
About 7,587 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 50 over Branch of Caesar Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 over Branch of Caesar Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.