US Bridges

International Park over Black Partridge Creek

Good

DuPage County, Illinois · 0.1 MI W of Woodward Ave · Structure no. 022601200000000

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,350
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

International Park over Black Partridge Creek is a concrete culvert carrying International Park over Black Partridge Creek in DuPage County, Illinois. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 5,350 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,242 by 2046. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long.

CarriesInternational Park
CrossesBlack Partridge Creek
Location0.1 MI W of Woodward Ave
Coordinates41.69647, -88.02036
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (2.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,350 (2024)
Projected traffic4,242 by 2046
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was International Park over Black Partridge Creek built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is International Park over Black Partridge 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does International Park over Black Partridge Creek carry?

About 5,350 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is International Park over Black Partridge Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m).

Who owns International Park over Black Partridge Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.