US 6 over South Fork Elkhart River
FairNoble County, Indiana · 03.41 E US 33 · Structure no. 001800
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 116 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,766
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 6 over South Fork Elkhart River is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 6 over South Fork Elkhart River in Noble County, Indiana. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 5 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 5,766 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,935 by 2032. The structure is 116 ft (35.5 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 6 over South Fork Elkhart River built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 6 over South Fork 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 6 over South Fork Elkhart River carry?
About 5,766 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 6 over South Fork Elkhart River?
The structure is 116 ft (35.5 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns US 6 over South Fork Elkhart River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.