US 33 over Eel River
FairAllen County, Indiana · 03.30 S SR 205 · Structure no. 010910
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 66 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 8,409
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 33 over Eel River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 33 over Eel River in Allen County, Indiana. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 75 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 5 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 8,409 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,758 by 2035. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 33 over Eel River built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is US 33 over Eel River 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 33 over Eel River carry?
About 8,409 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 33 over Eel River?
The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 33 over Eel River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.