US Bridges

ST Joseph Ctr RD over I-469 Nb/Sb

Good

Allen County, Indiana · 00.34 N SR 37 · Structure no. 076180

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
278 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,647
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST Joseph Ctr RD over I-469 Nb/Sb is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST Joseph Ctr RD over I-469 Nb/Sb in Allen County, Indiana. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 3,647 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,406 by 2034. The structure is 278 ft (84.7 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesST Joseph Ctr RD
CrossesI-469 Nb/Sb
Location00.34 N SR 37
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyAllen County
StateIndiana
Coordinates41.13665, -85.01244
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length278 ft (84.7 m)
Longest span102 ft (31 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.8 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,647 (2020)
Projected traffic3,406 by 2034
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 ST Joseph Ctr RD over I-469 Nb/Sb built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST Joseph Ctr RD over I-469 Nb/Sb 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does ST Joseph Ctr RD over I-469 Nb/Sb carry?

About 3,647 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is ST Joseph Ctr RD over I-469 Nb/Sb?

The structure is 278 ft (84.7 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns ST Joseph Ctr RD over I-469 Nb/Sb?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.