Il 78 over Fork Indian Creek
GoodMorgan County, Illinois · 2.8 MI S Cass CO Lin · Structure no. 069050300000000
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 62 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 78 over Fork Indian Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 78 over Fork Indian Creek in Morgan County, Illinois. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,273 by 2046. The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 78 over Fork Indian Creek built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 78 over Fork Indian Creek 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 78 over Fork Indian Creek carry?
About 2,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Il 78 over Fork Indian Creek?
The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Il 78 over Fork Indian Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.