US Bridges

E. Third ST over Bn RR (062986X)

Fair

Knox County, Illinois · E. of Broad ST · Structure no. 048601700000000

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
800 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,650
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

E. Third ST over Bn RR (062986X) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying E. Third ST over Bn RR (062986X) in Knox County, Illinois. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 2,650 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,283 by 2046. The structure is 800 ft (243.7 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesE. Third ST
CrossesBn RR (062986X)
LocationE. of Broad ST
CountyKnox County
StateIllinois
Coordinates40.9362, -90.37076
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length800 ft (243.7 m)
Longest span215 ft (65.5 m)
Deck width39 ft (12 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,650 (2022)
Projected traffic3,283 by 2046
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was E. Third ST over Bn RR (062986X) built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is E. Third ST over Bn RR (062986X) 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does E. Third ST over Bn RR (062986X) carry?

About 2,650 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is E. Third ST over Bn RR (062986X)?

The structure is 800 ft (243.7 m) long with a longest span of 215 ft (65.5 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns E. Third ST over Bn RR (062986X)?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.