Il 56 WB over Il 47
FairKane County, Illinois · 4 M S I-88 · Structure no. 045003600000000
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 210 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 56 WB over Il 47 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Il 56 WB over Il 47 in Kane County, Illinois. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 64 years old, older 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 5 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 14,800 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,309 by 2046. The structure is 210 ft (63.9 m) long and 48 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 56 WB over Il 47 built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is Il 56 WB over Il 47 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Il 56 WB over Il 47 carry?
About 14,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Il 56 WB over Il 47?
The structure is 210 ft (63.9 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.1 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Il 56 WB over Il 47?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.