US Bridges

SR 213 over Turkey Creek

Fair

Tipton County, Indiana · 02.31 S SR 26 · Structure no. 028880

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 2000
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete Continuous
Length
114 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,626
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 213 over Turkey Creek is a concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 213 over Turkey Creek in Tipton County, Indiana. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 67 years old, older 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.

It carries about 1,626 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,100 by 2035. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 213
CrossesTurkey Creek
Location02.31 S SR 26
RouteState Highway 213
CountyTipton County
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.38772, -85.95653
Functional classRural Major 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length114 ft (34.7 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.1 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.6 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,626 (2021)
Projected traffic2,100 by 2035
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$235,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 213 over Turkey Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.

What condition is SR 213 over Turkey Creek 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does SR 213 over Turkey Creek carry?

About 1,626 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 213 over Turkey Creek?

The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns SR 213 over Turkey Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.