US Bridges

US 35 over Webster Creek

Good

Wayne County, Indiana · 01.26 North of SR 38 · Structure no. 011086

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,019
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 35 over Webster Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 35 over Webster Creek in Wayne County, Indiana. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 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 10,019 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,118 by 2030. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 35
CrossesWebster Creek
Location01.26 North of SR 38
RouteU.S. Route 35
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.89751, -84.9446
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,019 (2004)
Projected traffic14,118 by 2030
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US 35 over Webster Creek built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 35 over Webster 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 35 over Webster Creek carry?

About 10,019 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 35 over Webster Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.4 m).

Who owns US 35 over Webster Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.