Ch 23 over Little Wabash River
GoodShelby County, Illinois · 3.9 MI W of Sigel · Structure no. 087302800000000
- Built
- 1895
- 130 years old, rebuilt 1979
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 182 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 225
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ch 23 over Little Wabash River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ch 23 over Little Wabash River in Shelby County, Illinois. It was built in 1895 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 130 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 225 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 202 by 2046. The structure is 182 ft (55.4 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ch 23 over Little Wabash River built?
It was built in 1895, making it 130 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.
What condition is Ch 23 over Little Wabash River 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Ch 23 over Little Wabash River carry?
About 225 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Ch 23 over Little Wabash River?
The structure is 182 ft (55.4 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (17.9 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Ch 23 over Little Wabash River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.