US Bridges

Bethel Sch Rd/ TR over Branch of Ogle Creek

Good

St. Clair County, Illinois · 2.3 MI N of Ofallon · Structure no. 082307300000000

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,000
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bethel Sch Rd/ TR over Branch of Ogle Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bethel Sch Rd/ TR over Branch of Ogle Creek in St. Clair County, Illinois. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,071 by 2046. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesBethel Sch Rd/ TR
CrossesBranch of Ogle Creek
Location2.3 MI N of Ofallon
Coordinates38.63256, -89.91805
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,000 (2023)
Projected traffic2,071 by 2046
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Bethel Sch Rd/ TR over Branch of Ogle Creek built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bethel Sch Rd/ TR over Branch of Ogle 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Bethel Sch Rd/ TR over Branch of Ogle Creek carry?

About 2,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Bethel Sch Rd/ TR over Branch of Ogle Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns Bethel Sch Rd/ TR over Branch of Ogle Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.