Il 96 over White Oak Creek
FairAdams County, Illinois · 1.6M S Ch 41 in Lima · Structure no. 001007400000000
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 78 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 96 over White Oak Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 96 over White Oak Creek in Adams County, Illinois. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,475 by 2046. The structure is 78 ft (23.9 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 96 over White Oak Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 96 over White Oak Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.
How much traffic does Il 96 over White Oak Creek carry?
About 2,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Il 96 over White Oak Creek?
The structure is 78 ft (23.9 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Il 96 over White Oak Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.