US Bridges

SR 70 over Waterman Branch

Good

Spencer County, Indiana · 00.98 W SR 66 · Structure no. 024610

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,435
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 70 over Waterman Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 70 over Waterman Branch in Spencer County, Indiana. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 2,435 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,042 by 2030. The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 70
CrossesWaterman Branch
Location00.98 W SR 66
RouteState Highway 70
CountySpencer County
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.00117, -86.87666
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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.9 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.4 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,435 (2004)
Projected traffic4,042 by 2030
Trucks15%
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

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 SR 70 over Waterman Branch built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 70 over Waterman Branch 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SR 70 over Waterman Branch carry?

About 2,435 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SR 70 over Waterman Branch?

The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns SR 70 over Waterman Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.