I-55 and Frs over Horse Creek
FairMontgomery County, Illinois · 3.8M N IL127 · Structure no. 068201300000000
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29,350
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-55 and Frs over Horse Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-55 and Frs over Horse Creek in Montgomery County, Illinois. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 75 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 29,350 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,520 by 2046. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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-55 and Frs over Horse Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is I-55 and Frs over Horse 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does I-55 and Frs over Horse Creek carry?
About 29,350 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is I-55 and Frs over Horse Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (5 m).
Who owns I-55 and Frs over Horse Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.