US 27 over Short Creek
FairWayne County, Indiana · 01.43 S SR 227 · Structure no. 007160
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 46 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,432
- 2004 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 27 over Short Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 27 over Short 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 5,432 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,522 by 2030. The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Short Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 27 over Short 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 Short Creek carry?
About 5,432 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 27 over Short Creek?
The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US 27 over Short Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.