Il 78 over Wildcat Creek
GoodHenry County, Illinois · 1.3 MI S Hoopole RD · Structure no. 037200900000000
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 78 over Wildcat Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Il 78 over Wildcat Creek in Henry County, Illinois. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger 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 1,300 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,296 by 2046. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 78 over Wildcat Creek built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 78 over Wildcat 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 November 2022.
How much traffic does Il 78 over Wildcat Creek carry?
About 1,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is Il 78 over Wildcat Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.7 m).
Who owns Il 78 over Wildcat Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.