US Bridges

Roberts RD over Sulpher Creek

Good

Vigo County, Indiana · 00.70 S Creal ST · Structure no. 8400136

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
55 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
629
2017 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Roberts RD over Sulpher Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Roberts RD over Sulpher Creek in Vigo County, Indiana. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 629 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 839 by 2037. The structure is 55 ft (16.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRoberts RD
CrossesSulpher Creek
Location00.70 S Creal ST
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.5269, -87.30451
Functional classRural Local

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.2 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length55 ft (16.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic629 (2017)
Projected traffic839 by 2037
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Roberts RD over Sulpher Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Roberts RD over Sulpher 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Roberts RD over Sulpher Creek carry?

About 629 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Roberts RD over Sulpher Creek?

The structure is 55 ft (16.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).

Who owns Roberts RD over Sulpher Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.