US Bridges

SR 49 SB over CSX RR CR 900 N

Good

Porter County, Indiana · 00.98 N US 6 · Structure no. 017996

Built
1985
40 years old, rebuilt 2005
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
217 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
14,019
2004 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 49 SB over CSX RR CR 900 N is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 49 SB over CSX RR CR 900 N in Porter County, Indiana. It was built in 1985 and reconstructed in 2005, 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 14,019 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,687 by 2030. The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 49 SB
CrossesCSX RR CR 900 N
Location00.98 N US 6
RouteState Highway 49
CountyPorter County
StateIndiana
Coordinates41.5644, -87.04673
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.7 US tons
Inventory rating35.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length217 ft (66.1 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.8 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,019 (2004)
Projected traffic22,687 by 2030
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 49 SB over CSX RR CR 900 N built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.

What condition is SR 49 SB over CSX RR CR 900 N 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 2023.

How much traffic does SR 49 SB over CSX RR CR 900 N carry?

About 14,019 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SR 49 SB over CSX RR CR 900 N?

The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns SR 49 SB over CSX RR CR 900 N?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.