US Bridges

Somonauk RD FAS 96 over I-88

Fair

DeKalb County, Illinois · 1 MI S Cortland · Structure no. 019991600000000

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
222 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,750
2021 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Somonauk RD FAS 96 over I-88 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Somonauk RD FAS 96 over I-88 in DeKalb County, Illinois. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 2,750 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,080 by 2046. The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long and 46 ft wide.

CarriesSomonauk RD FAS 96
CrossesI-88
Location1 MI S Cortland
Coordinates41.90061, -88.68936
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.2 US tons
Inventory rating46.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length222 ft (67.7 m)
Longest span78 ft (23.8 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,750 (2021)
Projected traffic3,080 by 2046
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Somonauk RD FAS 96 over I-88 built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Somonauk RD FAS 96 over I-88 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Somonauk RD FAS 96 over I-88 carry?

About 2,750 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is Somonauk RD FAS 96 over I-88?

The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Somonauk RD FAS 96 over I-88?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.