Il 3 over Black Creek
GoodRandolph County, Illinois · W of Wcl Red Bud · Structure no. 079004300000000
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 59 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 8,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 3 over Black Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 3 over Black Creek in Randolph County, Illinois. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 8,400 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,080 by 2046. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 3 over Black Creek built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 3 over Black Creek 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 2023.
How much traffic does Il 3 over Black Creek carry?
About 8,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Il 3 over Black Creek?
The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Il 3 over Black Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.