Jefferson Blvd over ST Joseph River
FairSt. Joseph County, Indiana · 00.20 E of SR 933 · Structure no. 7100037
- Built
- 1906
- 119 years old, rebuilt 2004
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 490 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,736
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Jefferson Blvd over ST Joseph River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Jefferson Blvd over ST Joseph River in St. Joseph County, Indiana. It was built in 1906 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 119 years old, older 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 10,736 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,100 by 2039. The structure is 490 ft (149.3 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Jefferson Blvd over ST Joseph River built?
It was built in 1906, making it 119 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.
What condition is Jefferson Blvd over ST Joseph 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Jefferson Blvd over ST Joseph River carry?
About 10,736 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Jefferson Blvd over ST Joseph River?
The structure is 490 ft (149.3 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns Jefferson Blvd over ST Joseph River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.