New Ave over Ditch
FairCook County, Illinois · 0.3M W of Stephen ST · Structure no. 016134600000000
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,050
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
New Ave over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying New Ave over Ditch in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 6,050 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,111 by 2046. The structure is 23 ft (7 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was New Ave over Ditch built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is New Ave 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does New Ave over Ditch carry?
About 6,050 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is New Ave over Ditch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns New Ave over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.