US 20 over Little Calumet River
FairPorter County, Indiana · 01.56 W SR 49 · Structure no. 005260
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 119 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,745
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 20 over Little Calumet River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 20 over Little Calumet River in Porter County, Indiana. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 7,745 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,270 by 2030. The structure is 119 ft (36.2 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 20 over Little Calumet River built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 20 over Little Calumet 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 20 over Little Calumet River carry?
About 7,745 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 20 over Little Calumet River?
The structure is 119 ft (36.2 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (12 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.
Who owns US 20 over Little Calumet River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.