Il 78 over Drainage Ditch
FairJo Daviess County, Illinois · 2 MI N Carroll CO LN · Structure no. 043200400000000
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 78 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Il 78 over Drainage Ditch in Jo Daviess County, Illinois. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 600 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 556 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 78 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 78 over Drainage Ditch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Il 78 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Il 78 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns Il 78 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.