Ill 145 over Hills Branch
FairPope County, Illinois · 1 MI S of Ill 146 · Structure no. 076200200000000
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 1981
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 51 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,750
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ill 145 over Hills Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ill 145 over Hills Branch in Pope County, Illinois. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 93 years old, older 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 1,750 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,071 by 2046. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ill 145 over Hills Branch built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.
What condition is Ill 145 over Hills Branch 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 2024.
How much traffic does Ill 145 over Hills Branch carry?
About 1,750 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is Ill 145 over Hills Branch?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Ill 145 over Hills Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.