US 45 over Brush Creek
GoodSaline County, Illinois · 1MI S of Texas City · Structure no. 083202300000000
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,650
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Brush Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 45 over Brush Creek in Saline County, Illinois. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 3,650 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,141 by 2046. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over Brush Creek built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 over Brush 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US 45 over Brush Creek carry?
About 3,650 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Brush Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns US 45 over Brush Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.