SR 53 over Little Calumet River
GoodLake County, Indiana · 00.45 S I-80 · Structure no. 019490
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 105 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 20,178
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 53 over Little Calumet River is a concrete arch - deck carrying SR 53 over Little Calumet River in Lake County, Indiana. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 20,178 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,937 by 2030. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 80 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 53 over Little Calumet River built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 53 over Little Calumet River 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does SR 53 over Little Calumet River carry?
About 20,178 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is SR 53 over Little Calumet River?
The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.6 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.
Who owns SR 53 over Little Calumet River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.