US 6 over Kankakee River
GoodLaPorte County, Indiana · 01.85 E US 35 · Structure no. 001700
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 135 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,874
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 6 over Kankakee River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 6 over Kankakee River in LaPorte County, Indiana. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 4,874 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,566 by 2030. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 6 over Kankakee River built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 6 over Kankakee 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US 6 over Kankakee River carry?
About 4,874 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 6 over Kankakee River?
The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 6 over Kankakee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.