Van Buren ST over ST Marys River
GoodAllen County, Indiana · 00.10 E of Sherman Blvd · Structure no. 0200290
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 2021
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 266 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,100
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Van Buren ST over ST Marys River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Van Buren ST over ST Marys River in Allen County, Indiana. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 2021, so it is 91 years old, older than the Indiana average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 15,100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,025 by 2044. The structure is 266 ft (81 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Van Buren ST over ST Marys River built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2021.
What condition is Van Buren ST over ST Marys River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does Van Buren ST over ST Marys River carry?
About 15,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Van Buren ST over ST Marys River?
The structure is 266 ft (81 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.2 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns Van Buren ST over ST Marys River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.