SR 8 over Cornell Ditch

Good Condition74 years old4,768 vehicles/day

Location

StateIndiana
CountyPorter
Location04.80 E US 231
CarriesSR 8
CrossesCornell Ditch
Coordinates41.31835, -87.10779

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck8 (Very Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure8 (Very Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length26.9 ft (8.2 m)
Max Span24.9 ft (7.6 m)
Deck Width40.7 ft (12.4 m)
Deck Area101.7 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1952 (reconstructed 2020)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic4,768 (2022)
Truck Traffic23%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number002120

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