US 52 over Green River
FairLee County, Illinois · South Edge of Amboy · Structure no. 052006000000000
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 194 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over Green River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 52 over Green River in Lee County, Illinois. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,677 by 2046. The structure is 194 ft (59 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 over Green River built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 52 over Green River 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 52 over Green River carry?
About 2,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over Green River?
The structure is 194 ft (59 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over Green River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.