US Bridges

Ill 15 EB to Ill 1 over Br of Richland CR

Good

St. Clair County, Illinois · W of Ill 159 · Structure no. 082200100000000

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,100
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ill 15 EB to Ill 1 over Br of Richland CR is a concrete culvert carrying Ill 15 EB to Ill 1 over Br of Richland CR in St. Clair County, Illinois. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,100 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,060 by 2046. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIll 15 EB to Ill 1
CrossesBr of Richland CR
LocationW of Ill 159
Coordinates38.49796, -89.98501
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,100 (2024)
Projected traffic6,060 by 2046
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ill 15 EB to Ill 1 over Br of Richland CR built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ill 15 EB to Ill 1 over Br of Richland CR 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Ill 15 EB to Ill 1 over Br of Richland CR carry?

About 5,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Ill 15 EB to Ill 1 over Br of Richland CR?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Ill 15 EB to Ill 1 over Br of Richland CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.