Martin Luther King over I-80 Eb/Wb I-80 W Ramp
GoodLake County, Indiana · 00.93 E SR 53 · Structure no. 076516
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old, rebuilt 2012
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 274 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,723
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Martin Luther King over I-80 Eb/Wb I-80 W Ramp is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying Martin Luther King over I-80 Eb/Wb I-80 W Ramp in Lake County, Indiana. It was built in 2004 and reconstructed in 2012, so it is 21 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 3,723 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,605 by 2030. The structure is 274 ft (83.6 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Martin Luther King over I-80 Eb/Wb I-80 W Ramp built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.
What condition is Martin Luther King over I-80 Eb/Wb I-80 W Ramp 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 Martin Luther King over I-80 Eb/Wb I-80 W Ramp carry?
About 3,723 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Martin Luther King over I-80 Eb/Wb I-80 W Ramp?
The structure is 274 ft (83.6 m) long with a longest span of 154 ft (46.9 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.
Who owns Martin Luther King over I-80 Eb/Wb I-80 W Ramp?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.