SR 42 over Honey Creek
GoodVigo County, Indiana · 03.94 E SR 46/US 40 · Structure no. 015720
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,570
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 42 over Honey Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying SR 42 over Honey Creek in Vigo County, Indiana. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 years old, older 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 2,570 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,376 by 2031. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 39 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 42 over Honey Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 42 over Honey 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does SR 42 over Honey Creek carry?
About 2,570 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 42 over Honey Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns SR 42 over Honey Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.