W Jefferson Blvd over ST Marys River
FairAllen County, Indiana · 00.10 W Washington · Structure no. 0200319
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 204 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
W Jefferson Blvd over ST Marys River is a concrete arch - deck carrying W Jefferson Blvd over ST Marys River in Allen County, Indiana. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 90 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 6 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 25,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,000 by 2044. The structure is 204 ft (62.1 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was W Jefferson Blvd over ST Marys River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is W Jefferson Blvd over ST Marys 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does W Jefferson Blvd over ST Marys River carry?
About 25,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is W Jefferson Blvd over ST Marys River?
The structure is 204 ft (62.1 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns W Jefferson Blvd over ST Marys River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.