Il 53 SB over Morton Arboretum DR
FairDuPage County, Illinois · 0.24 M N I-88 · Structure no. 022008100000000
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 22,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 53 SB over Morton Arboretum DR is a concrete frame carrying Il 53 SB over Morton Arboretum DR in DuPage County, Illinois. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 66 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 22,700 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,252 by 2046. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 57 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 53 SB over Morton Arboretum DR built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is Il 53 SB over Morton Arboretum DR 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Il 53 SB over Morton Arboretum DR carry?
About 22,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Il 53 SB over Morton Arboretum DR?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns Il 53 SB over Morton Arboretum DR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.