US 50 over Lake Branch Creek
GoodClinton County, Illinois · 5.5MI E of Trenton · Structure no. 014005200000000
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 137 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,850
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 over Lake Branch Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 50 over Lake Branch Creek in Clinton County, Illinois. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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.
It carries about 6,850 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,775 by 2046. The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50 over Lake Branch Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 over Lake Branch 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 50 over Lake Branch Creek carry?
About 6,850 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 50 over Lake Branch Creek?
The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 over Lake Branch Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.