Il 48/127 over West Fork Shoal Cr.
GoodMontgomery County, Illinois · Raymond W City Limit · Structure no. 068001800000000
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 89 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,350
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 48/127 over West Fork Shoal Cr. is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 48/127 over West Fork Shoal Cr. in Montgomery County, Illinois. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 95 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 5,350 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,212 by 2046. The structure is 89 ft (27.2 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 48/127 over West Fork Shoal Cr. built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is Il 48/127 over West Fork Shoal Cr. 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 Il 48/127 over West Fork Shoal Cr. carry?
About 5,350 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Il 48/127 over West Fork Shoal Cr.?
The structure is 89 ft (27.2 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.9 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Il 48/127 over West Fork Shoal Cr.?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.