Valley City Eagle Bridges, Road bridge in Valley City, Illinois.
Valley City Eagle Bridges is a road bridge that carries traffic across the Illinois River with two travel lanes. The structure uses post-tensioned concrete box girders to support the crossing.
The bridge was completed in 1988 and later contributed to connecting two major routes across the region. The crossing opened to traffic in 1992 when it became part of a larger highway network.
The naming of the Valley City Eagle Bridges reflects the presence of eagles in the region, connecting the structure to the local wildlife patterns.
The location is best accessed via the connected federal routes that link to regional traffic patterns. The best time to cross is outside rush hours when traffic volume is lower.
The location it serves holds the distinction of being the smallest incorporated municipality in the state. This tiny settlement gained stronger integration into regional networks through the infrastructure connection.
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