US 51 over Drainage Ditch
GoodChristian County, Illinois · 3M N Il 16 · Structure no. 011250400000000
- Built
- 2013
- 12 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 51 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 51 over Drainage Ditch in Christian County, Illinois. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 3,600 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,869 by 2046. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 51 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 51 over Drainage Ditch 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US 51 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 3,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US 51 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns US 51 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.