US RTE 51 over Creek
FairUnion County, Illinois · 2.0 MI S Jackson CO · Structure no. 091200700000000
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US RTE 51 over Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US RTE 51 over Creek in Union County, Illinois. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older 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 5,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,949 by 2046. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US RTE 51 over Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is US RTE 51 over 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US RTE 51 over Creek carry?
About 5,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US RTE 51 over Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns US RTE 51 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.