US 6 WB over SR 49 Sb/Nb
GoodPorter County, Indiana · 04.06 E SR 149 · Structure no. 001626
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 239 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,427
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 6 WB over SR 49 Sb/Nb is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 6 WB over SR 49 Sb/Nb in Porter County, Indiana. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 7,427 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,513 by 2030. The structure is 239 ft (72.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 6 WB over SR 49 Sb/Nb built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 6 WB over SR 49 Sb/Nb 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 WB over SR 49 Sb/Nb carry?
About 7,427 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 6 WB over SR 49 Sb/Nb?
The structure is 239 ft (72.8 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 6 WB over SR 49 Sb/Nb?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.