US Bridges

US 20 over Eakin Creek

Good

Kane County, Illinois · 1.2 M S of I-90 · Structure no. 045210100000000

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,900
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 20 over Eakin Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 20 over Eakin Creek in Kane County, Illinois. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,900 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,344 by 2046. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long.

CarriesUS 20
CrossesEakin Creek
Location1.2 M S of I-90
RouteU.S. Route 20
Coordinates42.12972, -88.49035
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.8 US tons
Inventory rating48.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length25 ft (7.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,900 (2023)
Projected traffic6,344 by 2046
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 20 over Eakin Creek built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 20 over Eakin Creek 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 June 2022.

How much traffic does US 20 over Eakin Creek carry?

About 4,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 20 over Eakin Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns US 20 over Eakin Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.