Ch 3 over Longmeyer Ditch
GoodLivingston County, Illinois · 1.7 Mile S of Il 116 · Structure no. 053501000000000
- Built
- 1920
- 105 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 525
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ch 3 over Longmeyer Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ch 3 over Longmeyer Ditch in Livingston County, Illinois. It was built in 1920 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 105 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 525 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 505 by 2046. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long and 34 ft wide.
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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ch 3 over Longmeyer Ditch built?
It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is Ch 3 over Longmeyer Ditch 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Ch 3 over Longmeyer Ditch carry?
About 525 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is Ch 3 over Longmeyer Ditch?
The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Ch 3 over Longmeyer Ditch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.