I-74 over Mud Creek
GoodHenry County, Illinois · 1 MI S Int I74 & I80 · Structure no. 037200100000000
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-74 over Mud Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-74 over Mud Creek in Henry County, Illinois. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 14,800 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,496 by 2046. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-74 over Mud Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-74 over Mud Creek 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does I-74 over Mud Creek carry?
About 14,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.
How long is I-74 over Mud Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns I-74 over Mud Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.