Darden RD over St. Joseph River
FairSt. Joseph County, Indiana · 00.10 E of Riverside DR · Structure no. 7100120
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 429 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,665
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Darden RD over St. Joseph River is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying Darden RD over St. Joseph River in St. Joseph County, Indiana. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 4,665 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,692 by 2041. The structure is 429 ft (130.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Darden RD over St. Joseph River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is Darden RD 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 Darden RD over St. Joseph River carry?
About 4,665 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Darden RD over St. Joseph River?
The structure is 429 ft (130.9 m) long with a longest span of 107 ft (32.6 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Darden RD over St. Joseph River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.