Ill 26 (fap 316) over Pecatonica River
FairStephenson County, Illinois · 0.4 MI N of US 20BR · Structure no. 089005100000000
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 430 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ill 26 (fap 316) over Pecatonica River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ill 26 (fap 316) over Pecatonica River in Stephenson County, Illinois. It was built in 1983 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 42 years old, younger than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 12,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,817 by 2046. The structure is 430 ft (131 m) long and 93 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ill 26 (fap 316) over Pecatonica River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is Ill 26 (fap 316) over Pecatonica River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does Ill 26 (fap 316) over Pecatonica River carry?
About 12,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Ill 26 (fap 316) over Pecatonica River?
The structure is 430 ft (131 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 93 ft wide.
Who owns Ill 26 (fap 316) over Pecatonica River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.