National Street over Fox River
PoorKane County, Illinois · 0.7 Mi. N US-20 · Structure no. 045630400000000
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 276 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
National Street over Fox River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying National Street over Fox River in Kane County, Illinois. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 6,900 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,174 by 2046. The structure is 276 ft (84.1 m) long and 63 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was National Street over Fox River built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is National Street over Fox River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does National Street over Fox River carry?
About 6,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is National Street over Fox River?
The structure is 276 ft (84.1 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.9 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.
Who owns National Street over Fox River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.