US 45 over Stream
FairJohnson County, Illinois · 2.3 MI S Vienna · Structure no. 044200100000000
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Stream is a steel culvert carrying US 45 over Stream in Johnson County, Illinois. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,205 by 2046. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over Stream built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 over Stream 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 US 45 over Stream carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Stream?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns US 45 over Stream?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.