US Bridges

I 57 NB over Atchison Creek

Good

Jefferson County, Illinois · 2 MI N Ina Int · Structure no. 041011100000000

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
128 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,100
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 57 NB over Atchison Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 57 NB over Atchison Creek in Jefferson County, Illinois. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 18,100 vehicles a day, roughly 46% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,150 by 2046. The structure is 128 ft (38.9 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesI 57 NB
CrossesAtchison Creek
Location2 MI N Ina Int
RouteInterstate 57
CountyJefferson County
StateIllinois
Coordinates38.18614, -88.90407
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.4 US tons
Inventory rating45.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length128 ft (38.9 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.1 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.2 m)
Roadway width67 ft (20.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,100 (2024)
Projected traffic20,150 by 2046
Trucks46%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 I 57 NB over Atchison Creek built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 57 NB over Atchison 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does I 57 NB over Atchison Creek carry?

About 18,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 46% are trucks.

How long is I 57 NB over Atchison Creek?

The structure is 128 ft (38.9 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.1 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns I 57 NB over Atchison Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.