CR 61 over Conrail RR
GoodDeKalb County, Indiana · 00.10 S of US 6 · Structure no. 1700141
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 161 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,700
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 61 over Conrail RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 61 over Conrail RR in DeKalb County, Indiana. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 2,700 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,625 by 2044. The structure is 161 ft (49 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 61 over Conrail RR built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 61 over Conrail 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does CR 61 over Conrail RR carry?
About 2,700 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is CR 61 over Conrail RR?
The structure is 161 ft (49 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns CR 61 over Conrail RR?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.