I 24 over Georges Creek
FairMassac County, Illinois · 2 MI S of Johnson CO · Structure no. 064200000000000
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 47 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 24 over Georges Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I 24 over Georges Creek 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 20,500 vehicles a day, roughly 41% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,210 by 2046. The structure is 47 ft (14.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 24 over Georges Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 24 over Georges Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.
How much traffic does I 24 over Georges Creek carry?
About 20,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 41% are trucks.
How long is I 24 over Georges Creek?
The structure is 47 ft (14.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns I 24 over Georges Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.