US Bridges

Waterford Mills Pk over Norfolk Southern RR

Good

Elkhart County, Indiana · 0.20 Miles W of Regent ST · Structure no. 2000218

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
105 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,170
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Waterford Mills Pk over Norfolk Southern RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Waterford Mills Pk over Norfolk Southern RR in Elkhart County, Indiana. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 8,170 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,740 by 2040. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesWaterford Mills Pk
CrossesNorfolk Southern RR
Location0.20 Miles W of Regent ST
RouteCity Street 0
StateIndiana
Coordinates41.54078, -85.82562
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.2 US tons
Inventory rating47.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length105 ft (32 m)
Longest span103 ft (31.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,170 (2020)
Projected traffic12,740 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Waterford Mills Pk over Norfolk Southern RR built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is Waterford Mills Pk over Norfolk Southern RR 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 Waterford Mills Pk over Norfolk Southern RR carry?

About 8,170 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Waterford Mills Pk over Norfolk Southern RR?

The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 103 ft (31.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Waterford Mills Pk over Norfolk Southern RR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.