US Bridges

Ill 127 over Jackson Creek

Good

Alexander County, Illinois · Near Ncl of Tamms · Structure no. 002003500000000

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
67 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,150
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ill 127 over Jackson Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ill 127 over Jackson Creek in Alexander County, Illinois. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,150 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,414 by 2046. The structure is 67 ft (20.5 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesIll 127
CrossesJackson Creek
LocationNear Ncl of Tamms
RouteState Highway 127
Coordinates37.25565, -89.26211
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating92.5 US tons
Inventory rating43.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length67 ft (20.5 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,150 (2023)
Projected traffic1,414 by 2046
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ill 127 over Jackson Creek built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ill 127 over Jackson 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 February 2021.

How much traffic does Ill 127 over Jackson Creek carry?

About 1,150 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Ill 127 over Jackson Creek?

The structure is 67 ft (20.5 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Ill 127 over Jackson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.