I 24 over Dry Fork Creek
FairJohnson County, Illinois · 1.88M E of Ill 37 · Structure no. 044200500000000
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,700
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 24 over Dry Fork Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I 24 over Dry Fork Creek in Johnson County, Illinois. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 20,700 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,150 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 24 over Dry Fork Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 24 over Dry Fork Creek 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 I 24 over Dry Fork Creek carry?
About 20,700 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.
How long is I 24 over Dry Fork Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I 24 over Dry Fork Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.