I-74(WB) over Union Pacific Railroad
FairChampaign County, Illinois · 1.5 MI E ST Joseph · Structure no. 010003200000000
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 171 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-74(WB) over Union Pacific Railroad is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-74(WB) over Union Pacific Railroad in Champaign County, Illinois. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 66 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 13,200 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,585 by 2046. The structure is 171 ft (52.2 m) long and 42 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-74(WB) over Union Pacific Railroad built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is I-74(WB) over Union Pacific Railroad in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does I-74(WB) over Union Pacific Railroad carry?
About 13,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is I-74(WB) over Union Pacific Railroad?
The structure is 171 ft (52.2 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns I-74(WB) over Union Pacific Railroad?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.