Summerfield Ch 50 over Rheinhardt Slough
FairSt. Clair County, Illinois · 1.3MI N Ill RTE 177 · Structure no. 082301900000000
- Built
- 1943
- 82 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 250
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Summerfield Ch 50 over Rheinhardt Slough is a concrete culvert carrying Summerfield Ch 50 over Rheinhardt Slough in St. Clair County, Illinois. It was built in 1943, so it is 82 years old, older 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 250 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 379 by 2046. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Summerfield Ch 50 over Rheinhardt Slough built?
It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025.
What condition is Summerfield Ch 50 over Rheinhardt Slough 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Summerfield Ch 50 over Rheinhardt Slough carry?
About 250 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Summerfield Ch 50 over Rheinhardt Slough?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns Summerfield Ch 50 over Rheinhardt Slough?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.