US 12 over Indiana Harbor Canal

Fair Condition30 years old16,872 vehicles/day

Location

StateIndiana
CountyLake
Location00.52 E US 20
CarriesUS 12
CrossesIndiana Harbor Canal
Coordinates41.63930, -87.47132

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length224.7 ft (68.5 m)
Max Span31.8 ft (9.7 m)
Deck Width60.7 ft (18.5 m)
Deck Area1267.2 sq m
Main Spans7
Year Built1996

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic16,872 (2021)
Truck Traffic12%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number003110

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