CR 50N over Little Vermilion River
FairPosted for loadVermillion County, Indiana · 00.50 E of SR 71 · Structure no. 8300038
- Built
- 1885
- 140 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 205 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 233
- 2017 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 50N over Little Vermilion River is a wood or timber truss - thru carrying CR 50N over Little Vermilion River in Vermillion County, Indiana. It was built in 1885 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 140 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 233 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 272 by 2037. The structure is 205 ft (62.6 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 50N over Little Vermilion River built?
It was built in 1885, making it 140 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is CR 50N over Little Vermilion 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does CR 50N over Little Vermilion River carry?
About 233 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is CR 50N over Little Vermilion River?
The structure is 205 ft (62.6 m) long with a longest span of 176 ft (53.7 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns CR 50N over Little Vermilion River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.