Ch 18 over Killjordan Creek
FairMcDonough County, Illinois · S.CTR-10-T5NR3W · Structure no. 055304000000000
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 375
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ch 18 over Killjordan Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ch 18 over Killjordan Creek in McDonough County, Illinois. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 5 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 375 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 379 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
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ch 18 over Killjordan Creek built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ch 18 over Killjordan Creek 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Ch 18 over Killjordan Creek carry?
About 375 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Ch 18 over Killjordan Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Ch 18 over Killjordan Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.