US 24 over Walnut Fork Creek
GoodAdams County, Illinois · .7MI E Clayton · Structure no. 001201500000000
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 24 over Walnut Fork Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 24 over Walnut Fork 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,800 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,030 by 2046. The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 24 over Walnut Fork Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 24 over Walnut Fork Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2021.
How much traffic does US 24 over Walnut Fork Creek carry?
About 2,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 24 over Walnut Fork Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns US 24 over Walnut Fork Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.