US 24 over Drain. Ditch
FairFord County, Illinois · 1.23 MI W of Ill 115 · Structure no. 027007900000000
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 69 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 24 over Drain. Ditch is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 24 over Drain. Ditch in Ford County, Illinois. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 6 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 2,600 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,323 by 2046. The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long and 43 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 24 over Drain. Ditch built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 24 over Drain. Ditch 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 US 24 over Drain. Ditch carry?
About 2,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US 24 over Drain. Ditch?
The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 24 over Drain. Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.