Il 4 over Spanish Needle CR Br
GoodMacoupin County, Illinois · 3M N Il 16-GILLESPIE · Structure no. 059201200000000
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,050
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 4 over Spanish Needle CR Br is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Il 4 over Spanish Needle CR Br in Macoupin County, Illinois. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 2,050 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,737 by 2046. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 4 over Spanish Needle CR Br built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 4 over Spanish Needle CR Br 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Il 4 over Spanish Needle CR Br carry?
About 2,050 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Il 4 over Spanish Needle CR Br?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Il 4 over Spanish Needle CR Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.