Il 59 over Ferry Creek
FairDuPage County, Illinois · 0.25 M N of Il 56 · Structure no. 022016500000000
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 59 over Ferry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Il 59 over Ferry Creek in DuPage County, Illinois. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 5 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 34,900 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,653 by 2046. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 59 over Ferry Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 59 over Ferry Creek 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Il 59 over Ferry Creek carry?
About 34,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Il 59 over Ferry Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns Il 59 over Ferry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.