Ill 161 over Trib to Loop Creek
GoodSt. Clair County, Illinois · 1.22 M W of Ill 158 · Structure no. 082200700000000
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ill 161 over Trib to Loop Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ill 161 over Trib to Loop Creek in St. Clair County, Illinois. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 92 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 14,400 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,322 by 2046. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 161 over Trib to Loop Creek built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is Ill 161 over Trib to Loop 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Ill 161 over Trib to Loop Creek carry?
About 14,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Ill 161 over Trib to Loop Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).
Who owns Ill 161 over Trib to Loop Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.