New US 51 over Little Creek
GoodUnion County, Illinois · 2 MI NW of FAS 2936 · Structure no. 091007100000000
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 165 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
New US 51 over Little Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying New US 51 over Little Creek in Union County, Illinois. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,535 by 2046. The structure is 165 ft (50.2 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was New US 51 over Little Creek built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is New US 51 over Little 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does New US 51 over Little Creek carry?
About 2,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is New US 51 over Little Creek?
The structure is 165 ft (50.2 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.7 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns New US 51 over Little Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.