Ill 17 over Horse Creek
GoodKankakee County, Illinois · .7MI E of Hercher RD · Structure no. 046201200000000
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,650
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ill 17 over Horse Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ill 17 over Horse Creek in Kankakee County, Illinois. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 3,650 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,233 by 2046. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long.
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 Ill 17 over Horse Creek built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ill 17 over Horse 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does Ill 17 over Horse Creek carry?
About 3,650 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Ill 17 over Horse Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns Ill 17 over Horse Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.