Ward Drive over Ash Creek
FairSt. Clair County, Illinois · 260 North of Paul Revere · Structure no. AFILVDYD06048
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 12,500
- 2017 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Air Force
About this bridge
Ward Drive over Ash Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ward Drive over Ash Creek in St. Clair County, Illinois. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 12,500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15,000 by 2037. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long.
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 Ward Drive over Ash Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ward Drive over Ash Creek 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Ward Drive over Ash Creek carry?
About 12,500 vehicles per day (2017 count).
How long is Ward Drive over Ash Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m).
Who owns Ward Drive over Ash Creek?
It is owned by the Air Force.