SR 44 over Gibson Ditch
GoodShelby County, Indiana · 03.77 E I-65 · Structure no. 076570
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 62 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,816
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 44 over Gibson Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 44 over Gibson Ditch in Shelby County, Indiana. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 5,816 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,700 by 2040. The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 44 over Gibson Ditch built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 44 over Gibson 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does SR 44 over Gibson Ditch carry?
About 5,816 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 44 over Gibson Ditch?
The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m).
Who owns SR 44 over Gibson Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.