Il 18 over Little Sandy Creek
FairPutnam County, Illinois · 50FT W of Il 89 · Structure no. 078003900000000
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 124 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 18 over Little Sandy Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Il 18 over Little Sandy Creek in Putnam County, Illinois. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,288 by 2046. The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 18 over Little Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 18 over Little Sandy 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Il 18 over Little Sandy Creek carry?
About 2,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Il 18 over Little Sandy Creek?
The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Il 18 over Little Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.