US Bridges

Bull Rapids RD over Maumee River

Fair

Allen County, Indiana · 00.10 E Doerman Road · Structure no. 0200109

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
398 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,675
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bull Rapids RD over Maumee River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bull Rapids RD over Maumee River in Allen County, Indiana. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 1,675 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,525 by 2044. The structure is 398 ft (121.3 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesBull Rapids RD
CrossesMaumee River
Location00.10 E Doerman Road
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyAllen County
StateIndiana
Coordinates41.156, -84.87718
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating79.1 US tons
Inventory rating47.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length398 ft (121.3 m)
Longest span79 ft (24 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,675 (2024)
Projected traffic2,525 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$3 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Bull Rapids RD over Maumee River built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bull Rapids RD over Maumee 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Bull Rapids RD over Maumee River carry?

About 1,675 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Bull Rapids RD over Maumee River?

The structure is 398 ft (121.3 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Bull Rapids RD over Maumee River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.