I-72 over Branch Kiser Creek
FairPike County, Illinois · 5.2M E Barry Intchg · Structure no. 075202100000000
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,850
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-72 over Branch Kiser Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-72 over Branch Kiser Creek in Pike County, Illinois. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 8,850 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,048 by 2046. The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-72 over Branch Kiser Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-72 over Branch Kiser 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does I-72 over Branch Kiser Creek carry?
About 8,850 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.
How long is I-72 over Branch Kiser Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns I-72 over Branch Kiser Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.