Ill 159 over Douglas Creek

Poor Condition72 years old9,400 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountySt. Clair
Location0.8 M N Smithton
CarriesIll 159
CrossesDouglas Creek
Coordinates38.42159, -89.98345

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length91.5 ft (27.9 m)
Max Span34.4 ft (10.5 m)
Deck Width36.4 ft (11.1 m)
Deck Area309.7 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1954

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic9,400 (2023)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection424
Inspection FrequencyEvery 12 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number082007100000000

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