I-90 EB over SR 51/RIPLEY ST
GoodLake County, Indiana · 04.06 E US 12 · Structure no. 046670
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 171 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,440
- 2015 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- State Toll Authority
About this bridge
I-90 EB over SR 51/RIPLEY ST is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-90 EB over SR 51/RIPLEY ST in Lake County, Indiana. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 69 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 19,440 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,964 by 2031. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long and 56 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-90 EB over SR 51/RIPLEY ST built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is I-90 EB over SR 51/RIPLEY ST 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does I-90 EB over SR 51/RIPLEY ST carry?
About 19,440 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is I-90 EB over SR 51/RIPLEY ST?
The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.
Who owns I-90 EB over SR 51/RIPLEY ST?
It is owned by the State Toll Authority.