Il 38 over W Br Dupage River
GoodDuPage County, Illinois · 0.1 M E of Il 59 · Structure no. 022002200000000
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 128 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 38 over W Br Dupage River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 38 over W Br Dupage River in DuPage County, Illinois. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 92 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 18,700 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,483 by 2046. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 38 over W Br Dupage River built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is Il 38 over W Br Dupage River 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 2023.
How much traffic does Il 38 over W Br Dupage River carry?
About 18,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Il 38 over W Br Dupage River?
The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (19 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns Il 38 over W Br Dupage River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.