US 20 over Burns Ditch/Deep River
GoodPorter County, Indiana · 01.05 E SR 51 · Structure no. 005210
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 154 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,274
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 20 over Burns Ditch/Deep River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 20 over Burns Ditch/Deep River in Porter 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 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 10,274 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,988 by 2030. The structure is 154 ft (46.9 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 US 20 over Burns Ditch/Deep River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 20 over Burns Ditch/Deep River 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 20 over Burns Ditch/Deep River carry?
About 10,274 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 20 over Burns Ditch/Deep River?
The structure is 154 ft (46.9 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.
Who owns US 20 over Burns Ditch/Deep River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.