Center Road over Fruit Branch
GoodWayne County, Indiana · 00.00 N Morgan Creek RD · Structure no. 8900264
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 93
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Center Road over Fruit Branch is a steel culvert carrying Center Road over Fruit Branch in Wayne County, Indiana. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 93 vehicles a day, projected to reach 126 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Center Road over Fruit Branch built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Center Road over Fruit Branch 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 2024.
How much traffic does Center Road over Fruit Branch carry?
About 93 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is Center Road over Fruit Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Center Road over Fruit Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.