Murray Baker Bridge, Road bridge between Peoria and East Peoria, Illinois.
The Murray Baker Bridge extends 3,036 feet across the Illinois River, featuring a cantilever design with two traffic lanes in each direction.
Opening in 1958, the bridge received its name from Murray Baker, the first vice president of the company that later became Caterpillar Corporation.
The bridge represents the industrial growth of central Illinois, connecting communities and supporting the regional manufacturing sector throughout the decades.
The structure underwent a complete rehabilitation in 2020, receiving a new bridge deck, structural repairs, and lighting improvements through a 42.2 million dollar investment.
Each day, approximately 68,000 vehicles cross this Interstate 74 connector, which maintains its original design without shoulders along its span.
Location: Illinois
Official opening: 1958
GPS coordinates: 40.68780,-89.58330
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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