Waterman Road over Br of Somonauk Creek
GoodDeKalb County, Illinois · 700N 900E · Structure no. 019530700000000
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Waterman Road over Br of Somonauk Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Waterman Road over Br of Somonauk Creek in DeKalb County, Illinois. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 300 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 336 by 2046. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 Waterman Road over Br of Somonauk Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Waterman Road over Br of Somonauk 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Waterman Road over Br of Somonauk Creek carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Waterman Road over Br of Somonauk Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns Waterman Road over Br of Somonauk Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.