US Bridges

Daisy Line RD over Punch Run

FairPosted for load

Washington County, Indiana · 00.70 E of Blue River Chu · Structure no. 8800143

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Channel Beam
Concrete
Length
36 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
317
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Daisy Line RD over Punch Run is a concrete channel beam carrying Daisy Line RD over Punch Run in Washington County, Indiana. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 317 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 394 by 2032. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).

Location

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CarriesDaisy Line RD
CrossesPunch Run
Location00.70 E of Blue River Chu
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyWashington County
StateIndiana
Coordinates38.52192, -86.06895
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load 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 adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42.2 US tons
Inventory rating25.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeChannel Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length36 ft (10.9 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.7 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.4 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic317 (2020)
Projected traffic394 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5.6 mi (9 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$213,000 (2018 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Daisy Line RD over Punch Run built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Daisy Line RD over Punch Run 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Daisy Line RD over Punch Run carry?

About 317 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Daisy Line RD over Punch Run?

The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.7 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Daisy Line RD over Punch Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.