Ill 34 over Ditch
FairHardin County, Illinois · 4.15M N of 34/146 · Structure no. 035200400000000
- Built
- 1923
- 102 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ill 34 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Ill 34 over Ditch in Hardin County, Illinois. It was built in 1923, so it is 102 years old, older 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,465 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ill 34 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ill 34 over 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Ill 34 over Ditch carry?
About 1,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Ill 34 over Ditch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.6 m).
Who owns Ill 34 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.