US 35 over Place Ditch
GoodStarke County, Indiana · 01.70 N US 30 · Structure no. 011380
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 166 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,599
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 35 over Place Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 35 over Place Ditch in Starke County, Indiana. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 2,599 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,095 by 2030. The structure is 166 ft (50.5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 35 over Place Ditch built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 35 over Place 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US 35 over Place Ditch carry?
About 2,599 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 35 over Place Ditch?
The structure is 166 ft (50.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns US 35 over Place Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.