Il 78 over Little Jobs Creek
GoodCass County, Illinois · 4.3M N Il 125 · Structure no. 009001300000000
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 105 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 78 over Little Jobs Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 78 over Little Jobs Creek in Cass 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 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,667 by 2046. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Il 78 over Little Jobs Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 78 over Little Jobs 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Il 78 over Little Jobs Creek carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Il 78 over Little Jobs Creek?
The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Il 78 over Little Jobs Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.