Ill 97 over Tar Creek
Fair Condition88 years old1,750 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Illinois |
| County | Menard |
| Location | .5 Mi N Oakford |
| Carries | Ill 97 |
| Crosses | Tar Creek |
| Coordinates | 40.11314, -89.96963 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 7 (Good) |
| Substructure | 7 (Good) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel Continuous |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 146.7 ft (44.7 m) |
| Max Span | 55.8 ft (17 m) |
| Deck Width | 35.1 ft (10.7 m) |
| Deck Area | 478.3 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1938 (reconstructed 1988) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 1,750 (2023) |
| Truck Traffic | 17% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | October 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 065000400000000 |