US Bridges

Ill 94 over Bnsf/Henderson Cr/Arthur

Fair

Henderson County, Illinois · N Edge Biggsville · Structure no. 036004700000000

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
429 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
950
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ill 94 over Bnsf/Henderson Cr/Arthur is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ill 94 over Bnsf/Henderson Cr/Arthur in Henderson County, Illinois. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 950 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 909 by 2046. The structure is 429 ft (130.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesIll 94
CrossesBnsf/Henderson Cr/Arthur
LocationN Edge Biggsville
RouteState Highway 94
CountyHenderson County
StateIllinois
Coordinates40.85715, -90.86429
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating89.9 US tons
Inventory rating49.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length429 ft (130.8 m)
Longest span86 ft (26.2 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic950 (2023)
Projected traffic909 by 2046
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ill 94 over Bnsf/Henderson Cr/Arthur built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ill 94 over Bnsf/Henderson Cr/Arthur 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Ill 94 over Bnsf/Henderson Cr/Arthur carry?

About 950 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Ill 94 over Bnsf/Henderson Cr/Arthur?

The structure is 429 ft (130.8 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Ill 94 over Bnsf/Henderson Cr/Arthur?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.