| Program Name: | Illinois Special Bridge Program for Locals | |
| Organization: | Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) | |
| Address: |
Holly Primm Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) 2300 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62764 |
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| Phone: | 217-782-1662 | |
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| Email: | Holly.Primm@illinois.gov | |
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| Briefly Describe the Purpose of the Program | ||
| The Illinois Special Bridge Program (ISBP) provides funds for the rehabilitation or replacement of deficient bridges greater than 20 feet with a total estimated cost more than $1 million. The federal funds are from various fund sources in the current federal transportation bill, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). | ||
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| Eligibility Requirements or Restrictions | ||
| A County, Municipality, or Township may apply on a deficient structure that is greater than 20 feet. | ||
| Application Deadline: Annual call for projects in late summer/early fall | ||
| Application Guidelines:Annual application requirements are included in the Circular Letter announcement sent to Local Public Agencies and transportation partners. | ||
| Funding Cap Per Application or Fiscal Year Program Funding: The program is at least $15 million statewide and is competitively selected. |
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| How Must Funds Be Used:The funding is to be used by a County, Municipality, or Township on an eligible structure and must follow Federal Aid standards and policy according to the IDOT Bureau of Local Roads & Street Manual. The funding may cover up to 80% of eligible costs for the construction phase of a project. | ||
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