SR 5 over Elkhart River
FairNoble County, Indiana · 01.08 N US 6 · Structure no. 001590
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 122 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,921
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 5 over Elkhart River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 5 over Elkhart River in Noble County, Indiana. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 7,921 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,367 by 2038. The structure is 122 ft (37.3 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 5 over Elkhart River built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 5 over Elkhart River 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SR 5 over Elkhart River carry?
About 7,921 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 5 over Elkhart River?
The structure is 122 ft (37.3 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.1 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns SR 5 over Elkhart River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.