I-72 over Drainage Ditch
GoodPike County, Illinois · 1.03 MI E Il 96 · Structure no. 075202000000000
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,410
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-72 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying I-72 over Drainage Ditch in Pike County, Illinois. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 9,410 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,754 by 2046. The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-72 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-72 over Drainage Ditch 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does I-72 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 9,410 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.
How long is I-72 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns I-72 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.