Ill 40 over Defeat Creek
GoodStark County, Illinois · S Cl of Bradford · Structure no. 088200000000000
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,650
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ill 40 over Defeat Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ill 40 over Defeat Creek in Stark County, Illinois. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 1,650 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,667 by 2046. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ill 40 over Defeat Creek built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ill 40 over Defeat 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 May 2022.
How much traffic does Ill 40 over Defeat Creek carry?
About 1,650 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Ill 40 over Defeat Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Ill 40 over Defeat Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.