Prairie ST over Elkhart River
FairElkhart County, Indiana · 00.10 N of Waterfall DR · Structure no. 2000154
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 2013
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 266 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,733
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Prairie ST over Elkhart River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Prairie ST over Elkhart River in Elkhart County, Indiana. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 2013, so it is 59 years old, older 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 14,733 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,376 by 2039. The structure is 266 ft (81.2 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Prairie ST over Elkhart River built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2013.
What condition is Prairie ST over Elkhart River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Prairie ST over Elkhart River carry?
About 14,733 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Prairie ST over Elkhart River?
The structure is 266 ft (81.2 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.6 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.
Who owns Prairie ST over Elkhart River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.