US Bridges

Beeson RD over Elkhorn Creek

Fair

Wayne County, Indiana · 00.30 E of Esteb RD · Structure no. 8900029

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
107 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
63
2017 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Beeson RD over Elkhorn Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Beeson RD over Elkhorn Creek in Wayne County, Indiana. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 63 vehicles a day, projected to reach 85 by 2037. The structure is 107 ft (32.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesBeeson RD
CrossesElkhorn Creek
Location00.30 E of Esteb RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.75451, -84.91094
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating66.9 US tons
Inventory rating39.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length107 ft (32.7 m)
Longest span37 ft (11.2 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.8 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic63 (2017)
Projected traffic85 by 2037
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Beeson RD over Elkhorn Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is Beeson RD 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Beeson RD over Elkhorn Creek carry?

About 63 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is Beeson RD over Elkhorn Creek?

The structure is 107 ft (32.7 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.2 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Beeson RD over Elkhorn Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.