US 51 over Trib of Cache Creek
FairUnion County, Illinois · 5.1 Miles S of Jackson CO · Structure no. 091201100000000
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,950
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 51 over Trib of Cache Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 51 over Trib of Cache Creek in Union County, Illinois. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 5,950 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,353 by 2046. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 51 over Trib of Cache Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 51 over Trib of Cache 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 51 over Trib of Cache Creek carry?
About 5,950 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 51 over Trib of Cache Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 51 over Trib of Cache Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.