Ill 127 over Drainage Ditch
FairJackson County, Illinois · Ecl of Murphysboro · Structure no. 039201900000000
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,450
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ill 127 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ill 127 over Drainage Ditch in Jackson County, Illinois. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 5,450 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,848 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ill 127 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ill 127 over Drainage 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 127 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 5,450 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Ill 127 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Ill 127 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.