US Bridges

Ill 96 over Infidel Hollow Creek

GoodPosted for load

Calhoun County, Illinois · 2 M S of Belleview · Structure no. 007200000000000

Built
1941
84 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
550
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ill 96 over Infidel Hollow Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ill 96 over Infidel Hollow Creek in Calhoun County, Illinois. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 550 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 581 by 2046. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 75.2 mi (121 km).

CarriesIll 96
CrossesInfidel Hollow Creek
Location2 M S of Belleview
RouteState Highway 96
Coordinates39.32539, -90.76669
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating29.7 US tons
Inventory rating17.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic550 (2023)
Projected traffic581 by 2046
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed75.2 mi (121 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$110,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ill 96 over Infidel Hollow Creek built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ill 96 over Infidel Hollow 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Ill 96 over Infidel Hollow Creek carry?

About 550 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is Ill 96 over Infidel Hollow Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Ill 96 over Infidel Hollow Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.