Il 54 (fap 71) over I-74
PoorDe Witt County, Illinois · NE of Farmer City · Structure no. 020003400000000
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 275 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 54 (fap 71) over I-74 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 54 (fap 71) over I-74 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 2,800 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,586 by 2046. The structure is 275 ft (83.9 m) long and 68 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
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Frequently asked questions
When was Il 54 (fap 71) over I-74 built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 54 (fap 71) over I-74 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does Il 54 (fap 71) over I-74 carry?
About 2,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is Il 54 (fap 71) over I-74?
The structure is 275 ft (83.9 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (30 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.
Who owns Il 54 (fap 71) over I-74?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.