US 51 over Drainage Ditch
GoodJackson County, Illinois · Scl of Dowell · Structure no. 039203000000000
- Built
- 2017
- 8 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 52 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 51 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 51 over Drainage Ditch in Jackson County, Illinois. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 6,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,464 by 2046. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 51 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 51 over Drainage Ditch 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does US 51 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 6,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 51 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns US 51 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.