Denker Road over Ferson Creek
GoodKane County, Illinois · 0.65 MI N Bolcum RD · Structure no. 045500300000000
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Denker Road over Ferson Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Denker Road over Ferson Creek in Kane County, Illinois. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 915 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Denker Road over Ferson Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Denker Road over Ferson 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Denker Road over Ferson Creek carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Denker Road over Ferson Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Denker Road over Ferson Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.