County Highway 08 over Hermon Creek
GoodKnox County, Illinois · S.CTR-18-T9NR2E · Structure no. 048500800000000
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 425
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Highway 08 over Hermon Creek is a steel culvert carrying County Highway 08 over Hermon Creek in Knox 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 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 425 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 505 by 2046. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Highway 08 over Hermon Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Highway 08 over Hermon 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does County Highway 08 over Hermon Creek carry?
About 425 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is County Highway 08 over Hermon Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns County Highway 08 over Hermon Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.