W. County Line RD over Rickelson Creek
FairDeKalb County, Illinois · 1330N 00E · Structure no. 019304700000000
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 525
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
W. County Line RD over Rickelson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying W. County Line RD over Rickelson Creek in DeKalb County, Illinois. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 525 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 532 by 2046. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was W. County Line RD over Rickelson Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is W. County Line RD over Rickelson 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 W. County Line RD over Rickelson Creek carry?
About 525 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is W. County Line RD over Rickelson Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns W. County Line RD over Rickelson Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.