I-74 over Stream
FairKnox County, Illinois · .1M N Knox CO Line · Structure no. 037201000000000
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-74 over Stream is a steel culvert carrying I-74 over Stream in Knox County, Illinois. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 15,000 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,200 by 2046. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 I-74 over Stream built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-74 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does I-74 over Stream carry?
About 15,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is I-74 over Stream?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I-74 over Stream?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.