US Bridges

US 20 EB over CR 9

Fair

Elkhart County, Indiana · 02.06 E SR 19 · Structure no. 075170

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
163 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,654
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 20 EB over CR 9 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 20 EB over CR 9 in Elkhart County, Indiana. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger than the Indiana average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 15,654 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 142 by 2034. The structure is 163 ft (49.6 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 20 EB
CrossesCR 9
Location02.06 E SR 19
RouteU.S. Route 20
CountyElkhart County
StateIndiana
Coordinates41.64118, -85.96511
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38.9 US tons
Inventory rating23.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length163 ft (49.6 m)
Longest span76 ft (23.1 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.9 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,654 (2019)
Projected traffic142 by 2034
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 US 20 EB over CR 9 built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 20 EB over CR 9 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does US 20 EB over CR 9 carry?

About 15,654 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 20 EB over CR 9?

The structure is 163 ft (49.6 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.1 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns US 20 EB over CR 9?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.