River RD over Willow CR
GoodCook County, Illinois · 0.1 M S Ill 72 P9 · Structure no. 016250100000000
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1978
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
River RD over Willow CR is a concrete culvert carrying River RD over Willow CR in Cook County, Illinois. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1978, so it is 96 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 14,300 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,433 by 2046. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 115 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was River RD over Willow CR built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.
What condition is River RD over Willow CR in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.
How much traffic does River RD over Willow CR carry?
About 14,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is River RD over Willow CR?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 115 ft wide.
Who owns River RD over Willow CR?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.