Il 56 over Willoway Brook
GoodDuPage County, Illinois · 2 M W of Il 53 · Structure no. 022016600000000
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 56 over Willoway Brook is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Il 56 over Willoway Brook 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 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 26,800 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,947 by 2046. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 56 over Willoway Brook built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 56 over Willoway Brook 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 56 over Willoway Brook carry?
About 26,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Il 56 over Willoway Brook?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Il 56 over Willoway Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.