US 20 over Ironwood RD (& Ramps)
GoodSt. Joseph County, Indiana · 01.88 E US 31 · Structure no. 005503
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old, rebuilt 2019
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 393 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 38,452
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 20 over Ironwood RD (& Ramps) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 20 over Ironwood RD (& Ramps) in St. Joseph County, Indiana. It was built in 1988 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 37 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 38,452 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,980 by 2029. The structure is 393 ft (119.7 m) long and 97 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 | 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 20 over Ironwood RD (& Ramps) built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.
What condition is US 20 over Ironwood RD (& Ramps) 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 Ironwood RD (& Ramps) carry?
About 38,452 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 20 over Ironwood RD (& Ramps)?
The structure is 393 ft (119.7 m) long with a longest span of 194 ft (59.1 m) and a deck 97 ft wide.
Who owns US 20 over Ironwood RD (& Ramps)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.