Ill 54 over Wolf Creek
PoorSangamon County, Illinois · 1.6M E Barclay · Structure no. 084200200000000
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,150
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ill 54 over Wolf Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ill 54 over Wolf Creek in Sangamon County, Illinois. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: open, would be posted or closed except for temporary shoring.
It carries about 2,150 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,374 by 2046. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ill 54 over Wolf Creek built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ill 54 over Wolf Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Ill 54 over Wolf Creek carry?
About 2,150 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Ill 54 over Wolf Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Ill 54 over Wolf Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.