Hancock Avenue over Pecatonica River

Poor Condition74 years old1,300 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyStephenson
LocationNortheast Freeport
CarriesHancock Avenue
CrossesPecatonica River
Coordinates42.29772, -89.60547

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length215.6 ft (65.7 m)
Max Span83.0 ft (25.3 m)
Deck Width30.8 ft (9.4 m)
Deck Area617.6 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1952

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,300 (2024)
Truck Traffic14%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number089600100000000

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