Il 162 over Cahokia Canal
GoodMadison County, Illinois · .8MI East of I-255 · Structure no. 060032200000000
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2022
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 78 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,350
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 162 over Cahokia Canal is a concrete continuous slab carrying Il 162 over Cahokia Canal in Madison County, Illinois. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 5,350 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,046 by 2046. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 162 over Cahokia Canal built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 162 over Cahokia Canal 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 August 2022.
How much traffic does Il 162 over Cahokia Canal carry?
About 5,350 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Il 162 over Cahokia Canal?
The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Il 162 over Cahokia Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.