US Bridges

US 6 over Kieffer Ditch

Good

Elkhart County, Indiana · 00.27 E SR 15 · Structure no. 076606

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,671
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 6 over Kieffer Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 6 over Kieffer Ditch in Elkhart County, Indiana. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 6,671 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,200 by 2032. The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 6
CrossesKieffer Ditch
Location00.27 E SR 15
RouteU.S. Route 6
CountyElkhart County
StateIndiana
Coordinates41.44947, -85.83882
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.8 US tons
Inventory rating59.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length23 ft (7.1 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,671 (2021)
Projected traffic9,200 by 2032
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 6 over Kieffer Ditch built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 6 over Kieffer Ditch 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 6 over Kieffer Ditch carry?

About 6,671 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 6 over Kieffer Ditch?

The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns US 6 over Kieffer Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.