I-24 Ramp 259 over New Columbia Ditch

Fair Condition48 years old250 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyMassac
LocationNew Columbia Interch
CarriesI-24 Ramp 259
CrossesNew Columbia Ditch
Coordinates37.30073, -88.75513

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length132.5 ft (40.4 m)
Max Span47.2 ft (14.4 m)
Deck Width27.6 ft (8.4 m)
Deck Area339.4 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1978

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic250 (2023)
Truck Traffic36%
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection923
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number064003800000000

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