US Bridges

Il 3 over Branch Reeds Creek

Good

Jackson County, Illinois · 2.8 MI S Randolph CO · Structure no. 039202800000000

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,150
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Il 3 over Branch Reeds Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Il 3 over Branch Reeds Creek in Jackson County, Illinois. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 2,150 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,273 by 2046. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

CarriesIl 3
CrossesBranch Reeds Creek
Location2.8 MI S Randolph CO
RouteState Highway 3
Coordinates37.81435, -89.6221
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.4 US tons
Inventory rating46.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (8 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,150 (2023)
Projected traffic2,273 by 2046
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Il 3 over Branch Reeds Creek built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is Il 3 over Branch Reeds 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 March 2022.

How much traffic does Il 3 over Branch Reeds Creek carry?

About 2,150 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is Il 3 over Branch Reeds Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Il 3 over Branch Reeds Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.