US 24 over Raymond Creek
FairIroquois County, Illinois · 2.65 MI E of Ill 1 · Structure no. 038003700000000
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 100 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 24 over Raymond Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 24 over Raymond Creek in Iroquois County, Illinois. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 68 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 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,939 by 2046. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 24 over Raymond Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is US 24 over Raymond Creek 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 US 24 over Raymond Creek carry?
About 3,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US 24 over Raymond Creek?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 24 over Raymond Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.