SR 18 over Bear Creek

Fair Condition54 years old1,868 vehicles/day

Location

StateIndiana
CountyJay
Location01.84 W US 27
CarriesSR 18
CrossesBear Creek
Coordinates40.54409, -84.99772

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length136.2 ft (41.5 m)
Max Span45.3 ft (13.8 m)
Deck Width46.3 ft (14.1 m)
Deck Area585.1 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1972 (reconstructed 1998)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,868 (2019)
Truck Traffic33%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number004930

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