CR 68 over ST Joseph River
GoodDeKalb County, Indiana · 00.40 E of SR 1 · Structure no. 1700143
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 354 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 650
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 68 over ST Joseph River is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying CR 68 over ST Joseph River in DeKalb County, Indiana. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 650 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 900 by 2044. The structure is 354 ft (107.8 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 68 over ST Joseph River built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 68 over ST Joseph River 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 68 over ST Joseph River carry?
About 650 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is CR 68 over ST Joseph River?
The structure is 354 ft (107.8 m) long with a longest span of 121 ft (37 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns CR 68 over ST Joseph River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.