I 24 EB over US 45
FairJohnson County, Illinois · 1.5 MI N of Vienna · Structure no. 044004000000000
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 181 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 24 EB over US 45 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 24 EB over US 45 in Johnson County, Illinois. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 5 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 10,000 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,025 by 2046. The structure is 181 ft (55.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 24 EB over US 45 built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 24 EB over US 45 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does I 24 EB over US 45 carry?
About 10,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.
How long is I 24 EB over US 45?
The structure is 181 ft (55.3 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns I 24 EB over US 45?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.