Ill 4 over East Fork Creek
FairMacoupin County, Illinois · 0.47 S Bn RR · Structure no. 059200600000000
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ill 4 over East Fork Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ill 4 over East Fork Creek in Macoupin County, Illinois. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 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 4,800 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,515 by 2046. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ill 4 over East Fork Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ill 4 over East Fork 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Ill 4 over East Fork Creek carry?
About 4,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Ill 4 over East Fork Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).
Who owns Ill 4 over East Fork Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.