Smilax RD over Potato Creek

Fair Condition123 years old246 vehicles/day

Location

StateIndiana
CountySt. Joseph
Location00.30 N Of SR 4
CarriesSmilax RD
CrossesPotato Creek
Coordinates41.53821, -86.44630

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical3 — Scour critical

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length35.8 ft (10.9 m)
Max Span33.5 ft (10.2 m)
Deck Width27.9 ft (8.5 m)
Deck Area92.7 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1903 (reconstructed 1988)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic246 (2021)
Truck Traffic12%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number7100084

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