Schafer RD over Trib. of Owens Creek
GoodDeKalb County, Illinois · 2470N 450E · Structure no. 019430400000000
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 475
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Schafer RD over Trib. of Owens Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Schafer RD over Trib. of Owens Creek in DeKalb County, Illinois. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 475 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 532 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Schafer RD over Trib. of Owens Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is Schafer RD over Trib. of Owens Creek 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 April 2022.
How much traffic does Schafer RD over Trib. of Owens Creek carry?
About 475 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.
How long is Schafer RD over Trib. of Owens Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Schafer RD over Trib. of Owens Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.