SR 9 over Van Pelt Ditch
GoodShelby County, Indiana · 01.25 S SR 44 · Structure no. 002435
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,833
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 9 over Van Pelt Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 9 over Van Pelt Ditch in Shelby County, Indiana. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 3,833 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,983 by 2035. The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 9 over Van Pelt Ditch built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 9 over Van Pelt Ditch 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does SR 9 over Van Pelt Ditch carry?
About 3,833 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 9 over Van Pelt Ditch?
The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.7 m).
Who owns SR 9 over Van Pelt Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.