US 20 over West Branch Trail Creek
FairLaPorte County, Indiana · 01.42 W US 35 · Structure no. 005275
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 200 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,447
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 20 over West Branch Trail Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 20 over West Branch Trail Creek in LaPorte County, Indiana. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger than the Indiana average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 14,447 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,756 by 2030. The structure is 200 ft (60.9 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 20 over West Branch Trail Creek built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 20 over West Branch Trail Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does US 20 over West Branch Trail Creek carry?
About 14,447 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 20 over West Branch Trail Creek?
The structure is 200 ft (60.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.
Who owns US 20 over West Branch Trail Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.