I-74 over Creek
GoodDe Witt County, Illinois · NW Farmer City · Structure no. 020002500000000
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-74 over Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I-74 over Creek in De Witt County, Illinois. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 21,200 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,129 by 2046. The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 I-74 over Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-74 over 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does I-74 over Creek carry?
About 21,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.
How long is I-74 over Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns I-74 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.