US 6 over Brush Creek
GoodBureau County, Illinois · W of Depue Spur · Structure no. 006016900000000
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 127 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,450
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 6 over Brush Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 6 over Brush Creek in Bureau County, Illinois. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 2,450 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,475 by 2046. The structure is 127 ft (38.7 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 6 over Brush Creek built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 6 over Brush 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 US 6 over Brush Creek carry?
About 2,450 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 6 over Brush Creek?
The structure is 127 ft (38.7 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US 6 over Brush Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.