Columbia Avenue over Little Calumet River

Good Condition73 years old8,950 vehicles/day

Location

StateIndiana
CountyLake
Location00.60 N. Of Ridge RD
CarriesColumbia Avenue
CrossesLittle Calumet River
Coordinates41.56909, -87.50019

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length145.7 ft (44.4 m)
Max Span69.9 ft (21.3 m)
Deck Width43.0 ft (13.1 m)
Deck Area581.6 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1953 (reconstructed 2013)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic8,950 (2019)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection824
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number4500137

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