History
The Barnard Bridge, which carries County Road 900 East (County Line Road) over Big Walnut Creek between Putnam and Hendricks counties in Indiana, is also known as Putnam County Bridge No. 45 and Hendricks County Bridge No. 264. The Pratt through truss bridge was built around 1915. [1]
It was closed in March 2019 and reopened on January 22, 2021, after repairs by Wrought Iron Bridgeworkers of Delphi, who submitted an $82,000 bid. [2] At the time of closure, repair costs were estimated to exceed $1.5 million.
As of 2025, the bridge is closed again due to structural deterioration.
Structure
Dimensions & Classification
| Structural Form | Through Truss — Pratt |
|---|---|
| Primary Material | Steel |
| Total Length | 143' |
| Main Span | 140' |
| Deck Width | 16' |
| Vertical Clearance | 18'5" |
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Sources & Citations
References for this location, in MLA format.
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