Il 78 over Rock River

Fair Condition32 years old2,950 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyWhiteside
LocationN Edge Prophetstown
CarriesIl 78
CrossesRock River
Coordinates41.68779, -89.93792

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length805.8 ft (245.6 m)
Max Span194.9 ft (59.4 m)
Deck Width43.3 ft (13.2 m)
Deck Area3241.9 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1994

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,950 (2023)
Truck Traffic15%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number098010000000000

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