I- 57 over Butterfield Creek
FairCook County, Illinois · 0.04 M N of V Common · Structure no. 016229000000000
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 37 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 79,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I- 57 over Butterfield Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I- 57 over Butterfield Creek in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 5 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 79,300 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 87,668 by 2046. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I- 57 over Butterfield Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is I- 57 over Butterfield 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does I- 57 over Butterfield Creek carry?
About 79,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is I- 57 over Butterfield Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns I- 57 over Butterfield Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.