US Bridges

I-469 SB over NS RR (fostoria)

Good

Allen County, Indiana · 00.60 N US 30 · Structure no. 076011

Built
1991
34 years old, rebuilt 2021
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
244 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
17,586
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-469 SB over NS RR (fostoria) is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-469 SB over NS RR (fostoria) in Allen County, Indiana. It was built in 1991 and reconstructed in 2021, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 17,586 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,515 by 2030. The structure is 244 ft (74.3 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesI-469 SB
CrossesNS RR (fostoria)
Location00.60 N US 30
RouteInterstate 469
CountyAllen County
StateIndiana
Coordinates41.07181, -84.99013
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42.9 US tons
Inventory rating32.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length244 ft (74.3 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.6 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.7 m)
Roadway width46 ft (13.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,586 (2020)
Projected traffic11,515 by 2030
Trucks37%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-469 SB over NS RR (fostoria) built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2021.

What condition is I-469 SB over NS RR (fostoria) 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does I-469 SB over NS RR (fostoria) carry?

About 17,586 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.

How long is I-469 SB over NS RR (fostoria)?

The structure is 244 ft (74.3 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.6 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns I-469 SB over NS RR (fostoria)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.