Prairie ST over Fox River
GoodKane County, Illinois · .3M S of IL64 · Structure no. 045685500000000
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 507 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Prairie ST over Fox River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Prairie ST over Fox River in Kane County, Illinois. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 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 5,300 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,381 by 2046. The structure is 507 ft (154.5 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Prairie ST over Fox River built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is Prairie ST over Fox River 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 May 2022.
How much traffic does Prairie ST over Fox River carry?
About 5,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Prairie ST over Fox River?
The structure is 507 ft (154.5 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.1 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns Prairie ST over Fox River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.