Ch 7 over Shoal Creek
GoodBond County, Illinois · .50M NW Greenville · Structure no. 003304100000000
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 22 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 400
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ch 7 over Shoal Creek is a steel culvert carrying Ch 7 over Shoal Creek in Bond County, Illinois. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 404 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ch 7 over Shoal Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ch 7 over Shoal 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Ch 7 over Shoal Creek carry?
About 400 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Ch 7 over Shoal Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns Ch 7 over Shoal Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.