Il 72 over Leaf River

Fair Condition41 years old1,700 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyOgle
Location.5 Mi E Leaf River
CarriesIl 72
CrossesLeaf River
Coordinates42.12711, -89.39225

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length240.2 ft (73.2 m)
Max Span60.0 ft (18.3 m)
Deck Width35.1 ft (10.7 m)
Deck Area783.2 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1985

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,700 (2023)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number071007300000000

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