US Bridges

ST Joseph Ave over Branch of Locust Creek

Good

Vanderburgh County, Indiana · 00.50 S of Schenk RD · Structure no. 8200222

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,060
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST Joseph Ave over Branch of Locust Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying ST Joseph Ave over Branch of Locust Creek in Vanderburgh County, Indiana. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 4,060 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,404 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesST Joseph Ave
CrossesBranch of Locust Creek
Location00.50 S of Schenk RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyVanderburgh County
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.05858, -87.59849
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating59.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.3 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.2 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,060 (2020)
Projected traffic5,404 by 2040
Trucks6%
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

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 ST Joseph Ave over Branch of Locust Creek built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST Joseph Ave over Branch of Locust 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does ST Joseph Ave over Branch of Locust Creek carry?

About 4,060 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is ST Joseph Ave over Branch of Locust Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.3 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns ST Joseph Ave over Branch of Locust Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.