US Bridges

Old US 24 over N&s RR Spur

Good

Wabash County, Indiana · 00.65 S of CR 200 S · Structure no. 8500753

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
43 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,425
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Old US 24 over N&s RR Spur is a steel culvert carrying Old US 24 over N&s RR Spur in Wabash County, Indiana. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,425 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,550 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 210 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesOld US 24
CrossesN&s RR Spur
Location00.65 S of CR 200 S
RouteCounty Highway 24
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.78862, -85.90627
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
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.9 m)
Deck width210 ft (64 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,425 (2024)
Projected traffic3,550 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Old US 24 over N&s RR Spur built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is Old US 24 over N&s RR Spur 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Old US 24 over N&s RR Spur carry?

About 2,425 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Old US 24 over N&s RR Spur?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.9 m) and a deck 210 ft wide.

Who owns Old US 24 over N&s RR Spur?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.