US 40 over East Fork of Silv.Ck
GoodMadison County, Illinois · 0.4MI West Ill 4 · Structure no. 060023000000000
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 209 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,450
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 40 over East Fork of Silv.Ck is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 40 over East Fork of Silv.Ck in Madison County, Illinois. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 8,450 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,379 by 2046. The structure is 209 ft (63.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 40 over East Fork of Silv.Ck built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 40 over East Fork of Silv.Ck 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 40 over East Fork of Silv.Ck carry?
About 8,450 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 40 over East Fork of Silv.Ck?
The structure is 209 ft (63.7 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 40 over East Fork of Silv.Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.