US Bridges

US 20 over Kennedy Ave Ihb RR

Fair

Lake County, Indiana · 00.99 E SR 152 · Structure no. 005200

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1999
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
193 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,062
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 20 over Kennedy Ave Ihb RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 20 over Kennedy Ave Ihb RR in Lake County, Indiana. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 91 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 14,062 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,062 by 2032. The structure is 193 ft (58.8 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 20
CrossesKennedy Ave Ihb RR
Location00.99 E SR 152
RouteU.S. Route 20
CountyLake County
StateIndiana
Coordinates41.61002, -87.46164
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating34.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length193 ft (58.8 m)
Longest span83 ft (25.2 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,062 (2021)
Projected traffic28,062 by 2032
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US 20 over Kennedy Ave Ihb RR built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.

What condition is US 20 over Kennedy Ave Ihb RR 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 20 over Kennedy Ave Ihb RR carry?

About 14,062 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 20 over Kennedy Ave Ihb RR?

The structure is 193 ft (58.8 m) long with a longest span of 83 ft (25.2 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns US 20 over Kennedy Ave Ihb RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.