US Bridges

Klopfenstein RD over Whitmer-Haifley #6 Ditch

FairPosted for load

Allen County, Indiana · 00.40 W Page Road · Structure no. 0200021

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
32 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
130
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Klopfenstein RD over Whitmer-Haifley #6 Ditch is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Klopfenstein RD over Whitmer-Haifley #6 Ditch in Allen County, Indiana. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 130 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 194 by 2038. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesKlopfenstein RD
CrossesWhitmer-Haifley #6 Ditch
Location00.40 W Page Road
RouteCounty Highway 319
CountyAllen County
StateIndiana
Coordinates41.22978, -84.98541
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.2 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.7 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic130 (2018)
Projected traffic194 by 2038
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$577,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Klopfenstein RD over Whitmer-Haifley #6 Ditch built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Klopfenstein RD over Whitmer-Haifley #6 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Klopfenstein RD over Whitmer-Haifley #6 Ditch carry?

About 130 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Klopfenstein RD over Whitmer-Haifley #6 Ditch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Klopfenstein RD over Whitmer-Haifley #6 Ditch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.