Old US 51 (sbi 2) over Louse Creek
GoodMarion County, Illinois · .5 MI S Patoka · Structure no. 061008600000000
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 74 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 475
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old US 51 (sbi 2) over Louse Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Old US 51 (sbi 2) over Louse Creek in Marion County, Illinois. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 475 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 581 by 2046. The structure is 74 ft (22.5 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old US 51 (sbi 2) over Louse Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old US 51 (sbi 2) over Louse Creek 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 2025.
How much traffic does Old US 51 (sbi 2) over Louse Creek carry?
About 475 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Old US 51 (sbi 2) over Louse Creek?
The structure is 74 ft (22.5 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Old US 51 (sbi 2) over Louse Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.