US Bridges

US 50 WB over Tanners CR Streets RR

Good

Dearborn County, Indiana · 02.97 E SR 148 · Structure no. 080008

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
881 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
31,750
2011 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 50 WB over Tanners CR Streets RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 50 WB over Tanners CR Streets RR in Dearborn County, Indiana. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 31,750 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,431 by 2033. The structure is 881 ft (268.5 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS 50 WB
CrossesTanners CR Streets RR
Location02.97 E SR 148
RouteU.S. Route 50
StateIndiana
Coordinates39.09556, -84.86169
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating29.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length881 ft (268.5 m)
Longest span210 ft (64 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.9 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,750 (2011)
Projected traffic35,431 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 50 WB over Tanners CR Streets RR built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 50 WB over Tanners CR Streets RR 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US 50 WB over Tanners CR Streets RR carry?

About 31,750 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 50 WB over Tanners CR Streets RR?

The structure is 881 ft (268.5 m) long with a longest span of 210 ft (64 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns US 50 WB over Tanners CR Streets RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.