US 50 over Dums Creek West
GoodMarion County, Illinois · 4 MI E Salem · Structure no. 061003800000000
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 113 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,750
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 over Dums Creek West is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 50 over Dums Creek West in Marion County, Illinois. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 73 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 3,750 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,939 by 2046. The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.1 mi (71 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50 over Dums Creek West built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is US 50 over Dums Creek West 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 US 50 over Dums Creek West carry?
About 3,750 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 50 over Dums Creek West?
The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 over Dums Creek West?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.