US Bridges

University Ave over I74 & Dry Run Creek

Fair

Peoria County, Illinois · University Ave Inter · Structure no. 072018900000000

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
235 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
13,500
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

University Ave over I74 & Dry Run Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying University Ave over I74 & Dry Run Creek in Peoria 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 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 13,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,968 by 2046. The structure is 235 ft (71.5 m) long and 80 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesUniversity Ave
CrossesI74 & Dry Run Creek
LocationUniversity Ave Inter
CountyPeoria County
StateIllinois
Coordinates40.7074, -89.61316
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating81.8 US tons
Inventory rating45.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length235 ft (71.5 m)
Longest span117 ft (35.8 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.5 m)
Roadway width73 ft (22.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,500 (2022)
Projected traffic16,968 by 2046
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 University Ave over I74 & Dry Run Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is University Ave over I74 & Dry Run 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does University Ave over I74 & Dry Run Creek carry?

About 13,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is University Ave over I74 & Dry Run Creek?

The structure is 235 ft (71.5 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.8 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns University Ave over I74 & Dry Run Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.