Ill. 34 over Hicks Branch
GoodHardin County, Illinois · 4.4 MI S of Herod · Structure no. 035200100000000
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ill. 34 over Hicks Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ill. 34 over Hicks Branch in Hardin County, Illinois. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,465 by 2046. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.3 mi (68 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ill. 34 over Hicks Branch built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ill. 34 over Hicks Branch 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Ill. 34 over Hicks Branch carry?
About 1,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Ill. 34 over Hicks Branch?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Ill. 34 over Hicks Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.