US Bridges

SR 129 over Indian Creek

Good

Switzerland County, Indiana · 00.85 N SR 56 · Structure no. 026270

Built
1984
41 years old, rebuilt 2008
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
272 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,631
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 129 over Indian Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 129 over Indian Creek in Switzerland County, Indiana. It was built in 1984 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 41 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 1,631 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,756 by 2033. The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 129
CrossesIndian Creek
Location00.85 N SR 56
RouteState Highway 129
CountySwitzerland County
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.74514, -85.09473
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no 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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating27.4 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length272 ft (82.9 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width36 ft (11.1 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,631 (2021)
Projected traffic2,756 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 129 over Indian Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.

What condition is SR 129 over Indian 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does SR 129 over Indian Creek carry?

About 1,631 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 129 over Indian Creek?

The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns SR 129 over Indian Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.