Lincoln Ave over Elkhart River
FairElkhart County, Indiana · 00.30 W of SR 15 · Structure no. 2000174
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old, rebuilt 1982
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 237 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,576
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lincoln Ave over Elkhart River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Lincoln Ave over Elkhart River in Elkhart County, Indiana. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 98 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 5 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 11,576 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,939 by 2039. The structure is 237 ft (72.2 m) long and 59 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Lincoln Ave over Elkhart River built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.
What condition is Lincoln Ave 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Lincoln Ave over Elkhart River carry?
About 11,576 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Lincoln Ave over Elkhart River?
The structure is 237 ft (72.2 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.6 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns Lincoln Ave over Elkhart River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.