Ill 127 over Middle Creek
FairWashington County, Illinois · 2.9 M N Nashville · Structure no. 095002600000000
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old, rebuilt 1971
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 195 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ill 127 over Middle Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ill 127 over Middle Creek in Washington County, Illinois. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 92 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 5 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 10,100 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,011 by 2046. The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ill 127 over Middle Creek built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.
What condition is Ill 127 over Middle 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Ill 127 over Middle Creek carry?
About 10,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is Ill 127 over Middle Creek?
The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns Ill 127 over Middle Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.