Patterson RD over Lehman/Birk Ditch
GoodSt. Joseph County, Indiana · 00.80 E of Dogwood RD · Structure no. 7100128
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Patterson RD over Lehman/Birk Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Patterson RD over Lehman/Birk Ditch in St. Joseph County, Indiana. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 40 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 49 by 2038. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Patterson RD over Lehman/Birk Ditch built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is Patterson RD over Lehman/Birk Ditch 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Patterson RD over Lehman/Birk Ditch carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Patterson RD over Lehman/Birk Ditch?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).
Who owns Patterson RD over Lehman/Birk Ditch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.