Il 26 over Richland Creek
GoodStephenson County, Illinois · .5MI. S. Orangeville · Structure no. 089007100000000
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 525 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,950
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 26 over Richland Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 26 over Richland Creek in Stephenson County, Illinois. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 3,950 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,040 by 2046. The structure is 525 ft (160 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 26 over Richland Creek built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 26 over Richland 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 November 2022.
How much traffic does Il 26 over Richland Creek carry?
About 3,950 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Il 26 over Richland Creek?
The structure is 525 ft (160 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Il 26 over Richland Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.