US 6 over Shabbona Specl Ditch
GoodHenry County, Illinois · 2 Mi. E. Atkinson · Structure no. 037201600000000
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 6 over Shabbona Specl Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 6 over Shabbona Specl Ditch in Henry County, Illinois. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,782 by 2046. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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 US 6 over Shabbona Specl Ditch built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 6 over Shabbona Specl 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 November 2022.
How much traffic does US 6 over Shabbona Specl Ditch carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 6 over Shabbona Specl Ditch?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.8 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns US 6 over Shabbona Specl Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.