Forest Way DR over Ditch
FairCook County, Illinois · 0.5 M S of Dundee RD · Structure no. 016120200000000
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Forest Way DR over Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Forest Way DR over Ditch in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,400 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,273 by 2046. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Forest Way DR over Ditch built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is Forest Way DR over Ditch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does Forest Way DR over Ditch carry?
About 2,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is Forest Way DR over Ditch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Forest Way DR over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.