SR 8 over Yellow River

Poor Condition62 years old3,936 vehicles/day

Location

StateIndiana
CountyStarke
Location01.32 W SR 23
CarriesSR 8
CrossesYellow River
Coordinates41.28795, -86.54994

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length265.7 ft (81 m)
Max Span71.9 ft (21.9 m)
Deck Width38.7 ft (11.8 m)
Deck Area955.8 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1964 (reconstructed 1997)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,936 (2021)
Truck Traffic5%
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 Number002240

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