SR 23 over Morse Creek
GoodStarke County, Indiana · 00.27 S US 30 · Structure no. 005760
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,733
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 23 over Morse Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 23 over Morse Creek in Starke County, Indiana. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 1,733 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 879 by 2030. The structure is 23 ft (7 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 23 over Morse Creek built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 23 over Morse Creek 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 23 over Morse Creek carry?
About 1,733 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is SR 23 over Morse Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns SR 23 over Morse Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.