Il 96 over I-72
FairPike County, Illinois · I-72/IL96 Int (hull) · Structure no. 075008900000000
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 227 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 96 over I-72 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 96 over I-72 in Pike County, Illinois. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,044 by 2046. The structure is 227 ft (69.3 m) long and 69 ft wide.
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 96 over I-72 built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 96 over I-72 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Il 96 over I-72 carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is Il 96 over I-72?
The structure is 227 ft (69.3 m) long with a longest span of 89 ft (27.1 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.
Who owns Il 96 over I-72?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.