SR 2 over John Bruce Ditch
GoodLake County, Indiana · 00.74 E US 41 · Structure no. 000550
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 76 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,714
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 2 over John Bruce Ditch is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 2 over John Bruce Ditch in Lake County, Indiana. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 7,714 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,154 by 2030. The structure is 76 ft (23.1 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 2 over John Bruce Ditch built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 2 over John Bruce 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does SR 2 over John Bruce Ditch carry?
About 7,714 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is SR 2 over John Bruce Ditch?
The structure is 76 ft (23.1 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns SR 2 over John Bruce Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.