Ill 37 (fap 726) over Cache River
GoodPulaski County, Illinois · At Alexander CO Line · Structure no. 077200200000000
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ill 37 (fap 726) over Cache River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ill 37 (fap 726) over Cache River in Pulaski County, Illinois. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older 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 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,515 by 2046. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 Ill 37 (fap 726) over Cache River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ill 37 (fap 726) over Cache River 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Ill 37 (fap 726) over Cache River carry?
About 1,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is Ill 37 (fap 726) over Cache River?
The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Ill 37 (fap 726) over Cache River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.