US 136 over Illinois River
PoorFulton County, Illinois · W Edge of Havana · Structure no. 063000200000000
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 1,726 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,250
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 136 over Illinois River is a steel continuous truss - thru carrying US 136 over Illinois River in Fulton County, Illinois. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 89 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 5,250 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,656 by 2046. The structure is 1,726 ft (526.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 136 over Illinois River built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is US 136 over Illinois River 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 136 over Illinois River carry?
About 5,250 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 136 over Illinois River?
The structure is 1,726 ft (526.1 m) long with a longest span of 420 ft (128 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns US 136 over Illinois River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.