Il 38 over Il 53
FairDuPage County, Illinois · Il 38 & Il 53 · Structure no. 022016300000000
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 68 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 37,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 38 over Il 53 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 38 over Il 53 in DuPage County, Illinois. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 37,700 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,875 by 2046. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long and 89 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 38 over Il 53 built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 38 over Il 53 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Il 38 over Il 53 carry?
About 37,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Il 38 over Il 53?
The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.
Who owns Il 38 over Il 53?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.