US Bridges

SR 227 over M Fk/E Fk Whitewater Riv

Fair

Wayne County, Indiana · 00.16 N I-70 · Structure no. 029240

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,481
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 227 over M Fk/E Fk Whitewater Riv is a concrete culvert carrying SR 227 over M Fk/E Fk Whitewater Riv in Wayne County, Indiana. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 5 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 3,481 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,905 by 2030. The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 227
CrossesM Fk/E Fk Whitewater Riv
Location00.16 N I-70
RouteState Highway 227
CountyWayne County
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.87006, -84.85861
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating96.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.3 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,481 (2004)
Projected traffic4,905 by 2030
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 SR 227 over M Fk/E Fk Whitewater Riv built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 227 over M Fk/E Fk Whitewater Riv 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SR 227 over M Fk/E Fk Whitewater Riv carry?

About 3,481 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 227 over M Fk/E Fk Whitewater Riv?

The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).

Who owns SR 227 over M Fk/E Fk Whitewater Riv?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.