SR 218 over Miller Ditch
GoodWells County, Indiana · 01.99 W SR 116 · Structure no. 029015
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,486
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 218 over Miller Ditch is a steel culvert carrying SR 218 over Miller Ditch in Wells County, Indiana. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 1,486 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,520 by 2032. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 218 over Miller Ditch built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 218 over Miller Ditch 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 SR 218 over Miller Ditch carry?
About 1,486 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is SR 218 over Miller Ditch?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns SR 218 over Miller Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.