Tr 70 over Bear Creek

Poor Condition110 years old20 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyChristian
Location1.75 Mi N Palmer
CarriesTr 70
CrossesBear Creek
Coordinates39.49147, -89.41556

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure3 (Serious)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignTruss - Thru
Total Length103.0 ft (31.4 m)
Max Span100.1 ft (30.5 m)
Deck Width18.4 ft (5.6 m)
Deck Area175.8 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1916

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic20 (2021)
Truck Traffic20%
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerTown/Township Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number011307100000000

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