Swanson RD150 W over I-90 Eb/Wb
GoodPorter County, Indiana · 01.59 E SR 149 · Structure no. 046960
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 218 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 571
- 2004 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- State Toll Authority
About this bridge
Swanson RD150 W over I-90 Eb/Wb is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Swanson RD150 W over I-90 Eb/Wb in Porter County, Indiana. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 69 years old, older 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 571 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,100 by 2031. The structure is 218 ft (66.4 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
Location
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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 Swanson RD150 W over I-90 Eb/Wb built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is Swanson RD150 W over I-90 Eb/Wb 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 2023.
How much traffic does Swanson RD150 W over I-90 Eb/Wb carry?
About 571 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Swanson RD150 W over I-90 Eb/Wb?
The structure is 218 ft (66.4 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.7 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Swanson RD150 W over I-90 Eb/Wb?
It is owned by the State Toll Authority.