Walnut Avenue over Prentiss Creek
GoodDuPage County, Illinois · 0.3 Mi. N. Hobson RD · Structure no. 022500400000000
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Walnut Avenue over Prentiss Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Walnut Avenue over Prentiss Creek in DuPage County, Illinois. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,313 by 2046. The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long.
Location
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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 Walnut Avenue over Prentiss Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is Walnut Avenue over Prentiss Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Walnut Avenue over Prentiss Creek carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Walnut Avenue over Prentiss Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Walnut Avenue over Prentiss Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.