I-70 over E Mill Creek
FairClark County, Illinois · MP 144.2 · Structure no. 012200900000000
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-70 over E Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-70 over E Mill Creek in Clark County, Illinois. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 6 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 23,400 vehicles a day, roughly 61% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,654 by 2046. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long.
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-70 over E Mill Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-70 over E Mill Creek 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does I-70 over E Mill Creek carry?
About 23,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 61% are trucks.
How long is I-70 over E Mill Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns I-70 over E Mill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.