US Bridges

Brghton Bnkr Hil R over Honeycut Branch

Good

Macoupin County, Illinois · 2.3 M E Brighton · Structure no. 059500500000000

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,450
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Brghton Bnkr Hil R over Honeycut Branch is a steel culvert carrying Brghton Bnkr Hil R over Honeycut Branch in Macoupin County, Illinois. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 1,450 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,465 by 2046. The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesBrghton Bnkr Hil R
CrossesHoneycut Branch
Location2.3 M E Brighton
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates39.05027, -90.08456
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.3 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,450 (2021)
Projected traffic1,465 by 2046
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Brghton Bnkr Hil R over Honeycut Branch built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is Brghton Bnkr Hil R over Honeycut Branch 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does Brghton Bnkr Hil R over Honeycut Branch carry?

About 1,450 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Brghton Bnkr Hil R over Honeycut Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Brghton Bnkr Hil R over Honeycut Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.