Bittersweet RD over ST Joseph River

Fair Condition72 years old12,755 vehicles/day

Location

StateIndiana
CountySt. Joseph
Location00.70 N Of SR 933
CarriesBittersweet RD
CrossesST Joseph River
Coordinates41.67334, -86.10955

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length394.4 ft (120.2 m)
Max Span84.0 ft (25.6 m)
Deck Width61.7 ft (18.8 m)
Deck Area2259.8 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1954 (reconstructed 2002)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic12,755 (2022)
Truck Traffic2%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number7100010

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