Il 59 & Horse Pat over Poplar Creek
FairCook County, Illinois · .01 M S Il 58 · Structure no. 016208800000000
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 65 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 37,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 59 & Horse Pat over Poplar Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Il 59 & Horse Pat over Poplar Creek in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 37,200 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,259 by 2046. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 Il 59 & Horse Pat over Poplar Creek built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 59 & Horse Pat over Poplar Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Il 59 & Horse Pat over Poplar Creek carry?
About 37,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Il 59 & Horse Pat over Poplar Creek?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m).
Who owns Il 59 & Horse Pat over Poplar Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.