US 45 over Special Drainage Dit
GoodFord County, Illinois · .9 M N of IL9 Paxton · Structure no. 027201000000000
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Special Drainage Dit is a concrete culvert carrying US 45 over Special Drainage Dit in Ford County, Illinois. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 3,100 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,879 by 2046. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over Special Drainage Dit built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 over Special Drainage Dit 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 US 45 over Special Drainage Dit carry?
About 3,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Special Drainage Dit?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns US 45 over Special Drainage Dit?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.