US 27 over Elkhorn Creek
FairWayne County, Indiana · 03.88 S SR 227 · Structure no. 007150
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,857
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 27 over Elkhorn Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 27 over Elkhorn Creek in Wayne County, Indiana. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 4,857 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,500 by 2040. The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 27 over Elkhorn Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 27 over Elkhorn Creek 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 27 over Elkhorn Creek carry?
About 4,857 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 27 over Elkhorn Creek?
The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.2 m).
Who owns US 27 over Elkhorn Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.