I-80 over Little Calumet River
GoodLake County, Indiana · 00.59 E SR 53 · Structure no. 045695
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 98,335
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-80 over Little Calumet River is a concrete culvert carrying I-80 over Little Calumet River in Lake County, Indiana. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 98,335 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 361,886 by 2030. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 127 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-80 over Little Calumet River built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-80 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does I-80 over Little Calumet River carry?
About 98,335 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is I-80 over Little Calumet River?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 127 ft wide.
Who owns I-80 over Little Calumet River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.