SR 13 over Little Elkhart River
GoodElkhart County, Indiana · 01.73 N US 20 · Structure no. 003560
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 2006
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 106 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,314
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 13 over Little Elkhart River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 13 over Little Elkhart River in Elkhart County, Indiana. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 72 years old, older 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 13,314 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,450 by 2033. The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 13 over Little Elkhart River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.
What condition is SR 13 over Little Elkhart 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does SR 13 over Little Elkhart River carry?
About 13,314 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is SR 13 over Little Elkhart River?
The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SR 13 over Little Elkhart River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.