US 45 over Pankey Branch
GoodSaline County, Illinois · 1 MI SW Harrisburg · Structure no. 083200900000000
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Pankey Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 45 over Pankey Branch in Saline County, Illinois. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 4,400 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,050 by 2046. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over Pankey Branch built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 over Pankey Branch 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does US 45 over Pankey Branch carry?
About 4,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Pankey Branch?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).
Who owns US 45 over Pankey Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.