CR 13 over Puterbaugh Creek
GoodElkhart County, Indiana · 00.50 S of CR 4 · Structure no. 2000177
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,837
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 13 over Puterbaugh Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CR 13 over Puterbaugh Creek in Elkhart County, Indiana. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 2,837 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,886 by 2039. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 13 over Puterbaugh Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 13 over Puterbaugh Creek 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does CR 13 over Puterbaugh Creek carry?
About 2,837 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is CR 13 over Puterbaugh Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns CR 13 over Puterbaugh Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.