Il 83 over Drainage Ditch
FairDuPage County, Illinois · 0.36 M S of I-88 · Structure no. 022200000000000
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 61,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 83 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Il 83 over Drainage Ditch in DuPage County, Illinois. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 73 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 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 61,300 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,643 by 2046. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long.
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 83 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is Il 83 over Drainage Ditch 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Il 83 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 61,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Il 83 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Il 83 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.