Walnut ST over Big Creek
PoorFulton County, Illinois · On Walnut E of Ave F · Structure no. 029600200000000
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 80 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 850
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Walnut ST over Big Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Walnut ST over Big Creek in Fulton County, Illinois. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 850 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 859 by 2046. The structure is 80 ft (24.5 m) long and 48 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Walnut ST over Big Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Walnut ST over Big Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does Walnut ST over Big Creek carry?
About 850 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Walnut ST over Big Creek?
The structure is 80 ft (24.5 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Walnut ST over Big Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.