US 45 over Bear Creek Overflow
GoodWhite County, Illinois · 2.5 MI S Il 1/US 45 · Structure no. 097201900000000
- Built
- 2023
- 2 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Bear Creek Overflow is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 45 over Bear Creek Overflow in White County, Illinois. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,500 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,626 by 2046. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over Bear Creek Overflow built?
It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 over Bear Creek Overflow 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US 45 over Bear Creek Overflow carry?
About 2,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Bear Creek Overflow?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns US 45 over Bear Creek Overflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.