US Bridges

CR 400 W over Branch of Rodgers Ditch

FairPosted for load

Sullivan County, Indiana · 00.10 S of CR 850 S · Structure no. 7700056

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
55 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
110
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 400 W over Branch of Rodgers Ditch is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 400 W over Branch of Rodgers Ditch in Sullivan County, Indiana. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger than the Indiana average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 110 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 130 by 2031. The structure is 55 ft (16.7 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesCR 400 W
CrossesBranch of Rodgers Ditch
Location00.10 S of CR 850 S
RouteCounty Highway 31
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.95647, -87.48127
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating32.8 US tons
Inventory rating25.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length55 ft (16.7 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.3 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic110 (2011)
Projected traffic130 by 2031
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$363,000 (2017 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 400 W over Branch of Rodgers Ditch built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 400 W over Branch of Rodgers Ditch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.

How much traffic does CR 400 W over Branch of Rodgers Ditch carry?

About 110 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is CR 400 W over Branch of Rodgers Ditch?

The structure is 55 ft (16.7 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns CR 400 W over Branch of Rodgers Ditch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.