Old Il 26 over W.Br. Richland Creek
GoodStephenson County, Illinois · 1.5MI. S. Wisc. Line · Structure no. 089201500000000
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 475
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old Il 26 over W.Br. Richland Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Old Il 26 over W.Br. Richland Creek in Stephenson County, Illinois. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 475 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 480 by 2046. The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old Il 26 over W.Br. Richland Creek built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old Il 26 over W.Br. 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Old Il 26 over W.Br. Richland Creek carry?
About 475 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Old Il 26 over W.Br. Richland Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m).
Who owns Old Il 26 over W.Br. Richland Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.