I-72 / US 36 over Little Spring Creek
GoodSangamon County, Illinois · .25M W Farmingdal RD · Structure no. 084201300000000
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-72 / US 36 over Little Spring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-72 / US 36 over Little Spring Creek in Sangamon County, Illinois. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 years old, older 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 17,100 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,170 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-72 / US 36 over Little Spring Creek built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-72 / US 36 over Little Spring 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does I-72 / US 36 over Little Spring Creek carry?
About 17,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is I-72 / US 36 over Little Spring Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I-72 / US 36 over Little Spring Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.