US Bridges

US 67 over Sandy Creek Trib

Good

Morgan County, Illinois · 4.75 MI S I 72/US 36 · Structure no. 069250200000000

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,250
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67 over Sandy Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying US 67 over Sandy Creek Trib in Morgan County, Illinois. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 4,250 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,717 by 2046. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 67
CrossesSandy Creek Trib
Location4.75 MI S I 72/US 36
RouteU.S. Route 67
Coordinates39.61231, -90.29593
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating98.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,250 (2023)
Projected traffic1,717 by 2046
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 67 over Sandy Creek Trib built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 67 over Sandy Creek Trib 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US 67 over Sandy Creek Trib carry?

About 4,250 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 67 over Sandy Creek Trib?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 67 over Sandy Creek Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.