US Bridges

Stamper Ln/ Mss 11 over Rocky Fork

Good

Madison County, Illinois · 1MI NW Alton · Structure no. 060330300000000

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,150
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Stamper Ln/ Mss 11 over Rocky Fork is a steel culvert carrying Stamper Ln/ Mss 11 over Rocky Fork in Madison County, Illinois. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 2,150 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,301 by 2046. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesStamper Ln/ Mss 11
CrossesRocky Fork
Location1MI NW Alton
Coordinates38.94757, -90.21309
Functional classUrban 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 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.7 US tons
Inventory rating48.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,150 (2021)
Projected traffic2,301 by 2046
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Stamper Ln/ Mss 11 over Rocky Fork built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Stamper Ln/ Mss 11 over Rocky Fork 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 2024.

How much traffic does Stamper Ln/ Mss 11 over Rocky Fork carry?

About 2,150 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Stamper Ln/ Mss 11 over Rocky Fork?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns Stamper Ln/ Mss 11 over Rocky Fork?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.