Ill 159 over Richland Creek

Good Condition103 years old11,400 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountySt. Clair
LocationIn Belleville
CarriesIll 159
CrossesRichland Creek
Coordinates38.52171, -89.98422

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length107.9 ft (32.9 m)
Max Span43.6 ft (13.3 m)
Deck Width64.0 ft (19.5 m)
Deck Area641.5 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1923 (reconstructed 1980)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic11,400 (2023)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection423
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number082026500000000

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