Ill 159 over W Fork Richland Crk

Fair Condition72 years old4,600 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountySt. Clair
Location2 M S Smithton
CarriesIll 159
CrossesW Fork Richland Crk
Coordinates38.37142, -89.99515

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length98.1 ft (29.9 m)
Max Span36.1 ft (11 m)
Deck Width36.7 ft (11.2 m)
Deck Area334.9 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1954

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic4,600 (2023)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection423
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number082007200000000

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