Germantown RD over Franklin Creek
GoodWayne County, Indiana · 00.40 W of Pennville RD · Structure no. 8900004
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 40 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Germantown RD over Franklin Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Germantown RD over Franklin Creek in Wayne County, Indiana. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older 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 45 vehicles a day, projected to reach 61 by 2038. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Germantown RD over Franklin Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is Germantown RD over Franklin 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Germantown RD over Franklin Creek carry?
About 45 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is Germantown RD over Franklin Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Germantown RD over Franklin Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.