Il 26 over Yellow Creek
FairStephenson County, Illinois · S Edge of Freeport · Structure no. 089006200000000
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 154 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 26 over Yellow Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 26 over Yellow Creek in Stephenson County, Illinois. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 12,600 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,019 by 2046. The structure is 154 ft (47 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 26 over Yellow Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 26 over Yellow Creek 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Il 26 over Yellow Creek carry?
About 12,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Il 26 over Yellow Creek?
The structure is 154 ft (47 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.
Who owns Il 26 over Yellow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.