US Bridges

US 421 over Fraser Ditch

Good

White County, Indiana · 00.99 N US 24 · Structure no. 032350

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
101 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,419
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 421 over Fraser Ditch is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 421 over Fraser Ditch in White County, Indiana. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 9,419 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,044 by 2030. The structure is 101 ft (30.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 421
CrossesFraser Ditch
Location00.99 N US 24
RouteU.S. Route 421
StateIndiana
Coordinates40.76394, -86.87414
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.8 US tons
Inventory rating51.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length101 ft (30.7 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.5 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,419 (2004)
Projected traffic13,044 by 2030
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US 421 over Fraser Ditch built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 421 over Fraser 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 421 over Fraser Ditch carry?

About 9,419 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 421 over Fraser Ditch?

The structure is 101 ft (30.7 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US 421 over Fraser Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.