US 52 over Elliott Ditch
FairTippecanoe County, Indiana · 01.20 E Old SR 25 (teal) · Structure no. 019050
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 14,559
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over Elliott Ditch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 52 over Elliott Ditch in Tippecanoe County, Indiana. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 84 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 5 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 14,559 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,218 by 2034. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 over Elliott Ditch built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is US 52 over Elliott Ditch 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 52 over Elliott Ditch carry?
About 14,559 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over Elliott Ditch?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.1 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over Elliott Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.