Ill 47 over Drainage Ditch
GoodFord County, Illinois · .3 MI S. of Ill 9 · Structure no. 027200900000000
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,850
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ill 47 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Ill 47 over Drainage Ditch in Ford 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,850 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,838 by 2046. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long and 52 ft wide.
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ill 47 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ill 47 over Drainage Ditch 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 March 2021.
How much traffic does Ill 47 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 3,850 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is Ill 47 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns Ill 47 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.