I 24 EB over New Columbia Ditch
GoodMassac County, Illinois · 2 MI S Johnson C L · Structure no. 064001500000000
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 92 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,250
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 24 EB over New Columbia Ditch is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 24 EB over New Columbia Ditch in Massac County, Illinois. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 10,250 vehicles a day, roughly 41% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,605 by 2046. The structure is 92 ft (28.1 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 I 24 EB over New Columbia Ditch built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 24 EB over New Columbia Ditch 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does I 24 EB over New Columbia Ditch carry?
About 10,250 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 41% are trucks.
How long is I 24 EB over New Columbia Ditch?
The structure is 92 ft (28.1 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns I 24 EB over New Columbia Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.