US Bridges

US 6 over Norfolk Southern RR

Good

Noble County, Indiana · 01.08 E SR 9 · Structure no. 001811

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
162 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,273
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 6 over Norfolk Southern RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 6 over Norfolk Southern RR in Noble County, Indiana. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 6,273 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,350 by 2040. The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesUS 6
CrossesNorfolk Southern RR
Location01.08 E SR 9
RouteU.S. Route 6
StateIndiana
Coordinates41.45333, -85.40389
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating61.8 US tons
Inventory rating47.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length162 ft (49.4 m)
Longest span160 ft (48.7 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,273 (2021)
Projected traffic5,350 by 2040
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 6 over Norfolk Southern RR built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 6 over Norfolk Southern RR 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US 6 over Norfolk Southern RR carry?

About 6,273 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 6 over Norfolk Southern RR?

The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long with a longest span of 160 ft (48.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US 6 over Norfolk Southern RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.