US Bridges

4th ST over N&s RR

Good

Vermilion County, Illinois · 0.5 MI Nne I74&IL1 · Structure no. 092603800000000

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
160 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,700
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

4th ST over N&s RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 4th ST over N&s RR in Vermilion County, Illinois. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 1,700 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,576 by 2046. The structure is 160 ft (48.9 m) long and 42 ft wide.

Carries4th ST
CrossesN&s RR
Location0.5 MI Nne I74&IL1
Coordinates40.11277, -87.63377
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length160 ft (48.9 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,700 (2023)
Projected traffic2,576 by 2046
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 4th ST over N&s RR built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is 4th ST over N&s RR 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does 4th ST over N&s RR carry?

About 1,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is 4th ST over N&s RR?

The structure is 160 ft (48.9 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns 4th ST over N&s RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.