Ill 54 over E Br Vermilion River
FairFord County, Illinois · 2.72 MI S Ill 54-115 · Structure no. 027007600000000
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 91 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,150
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ill 54 over E Br Vermilion River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ill 54 over E Br Vermilion River in Ford County, Illinois. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 5 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 1,150 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,111 by 2046. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ill 54 over E Br Vermilion River built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ill 54 over E Br Vermilion River 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 Ill 54 over E Br Vermilion River carry?
About 1,150 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is Ill 54 over E Br Vermilion River?
The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.5 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Ill 54 over E Br Vermilion River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.