US 67 over Edwards River
FairMercer County, Illinois · 2 MI N of Viola · Structure no. 066001700000000
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 529 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 67 over Edwards River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 67 over Edwards River in Mercer County, Illinois. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 5 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 5,300 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,505 by 2046. The structure is 529 ft (161.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 67 over Edwards River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 67 over Edwards River 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 67 over Edwards River carry?
About 5,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 67 over Edwards River?
The structure is 529 ft (161.2 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 67 over Edwards River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.