What did one bridge say to the other? 'You're looking a bit stressed.'
What did one bridge say to the other? 'You're looking a bit stressed.'
The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
over I-55 (SB)
.25M S I-72
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This bridge has a Fair overall condition rating of 6 out of 9. While it is not classified as structurally deficient, it shows some deterioration that is being monitored.
The bridge carries 10,500 vehicles per day and is 63 years old (reconstructed in 2009).
Its sufficiency rating of 63.3 places it below the national average of 63.6.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge may cause some awareness for travelers with bridge anxiety, but has manageable characteristics.
This bridge is 282 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
About 10,500 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 37 feet wide with 2-3 lanes — moderate width.
This bridge crosses over land, not water — no water views below.
This comfort score is designed to help individuals with bridge anxiety plan their travel. All bridges in the National Bridge Inventory are regularly inspected and deemed safe for travel. This is not medical advice — if you experience severe anxiety, please consult a healthcare professional.
Year Built
1963
63 years old (rebuilt 2009)
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
282 ft
85.9 m
Deck Width
37 ft
11.4 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
114 ft
longest unsupported section (34.7 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
One-way traffic
Daily Traffic
10,500vehicles/day
39.73887°N, 89.64368°W
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A steel stringer bridge uses parallel steel beams (stringers) to support the deck. This is one of the most common bridge types in the US, valued for its simplicity and strength.
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Data from the National Bridge Inventory (NBI), maintained by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
Data year: 2025. Conditions may have changed since the last inspection.
This information is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be used as the sole basis for any decisions related to bridge safety or transportation planning. Always consult official sources and local authorities for the most current data.