Ill 161 over DR to Santa Fe Ditch
GoodClinton County, Illinois · 2.5 MI E Bartelso · Structure no. 014200600000000
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,250
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ill 161 over DR to Santa Fe Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ill 161 over DR to Santa Fe Ditch in Clinton County, Illinois. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 85 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 2,250 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,585 by 2046. The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).
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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 Ill 161 over DR to Santa Fe Ditch built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is Ill 161 over DR to Santa Fe 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Ill 161 over DR to Santa Fe Ditch carry?
About 2,250 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Ill 161 over DR to Santa Fe Ditch?
The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Ill 161 over DR to Santa Fe Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.