US 231 over John Raymond Ditch
FairWhite County, Indiana · 02.12 S SR 18 · Structure no. 029410
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 2000
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,172
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 231 over John Raymond Ditch is a concrete slab carrying US 231 over John Raymond Ditch in White County, Indiana. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 95 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 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 2,172 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,660 by 2033. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 231 over John Raymond Ditch built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.
What condition is US 231 over John Raymond Ditch 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 231 over John Raymond Ditch carry?
About 2,172 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.
How long is US 231 over John Raymond Ditch?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 231 over John Raymond Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.