US 14 WB over Flint Creek
FairLake County, Illinois · 2.0 M W of Il 59 · Structure no. 049000200000000
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 82 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 14 WB over Flint Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 14 WB over Flint Creek in Lake County, Illinois. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 72 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 22,300 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,262 by 2046. The structure is 82 ft (24.9 m) long and 43 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 US 14 WB over Flint Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is US 14 WB over Flint Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.
How much traffic does US 14 WB over Flint Creek carry?
About 22,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 14 WB over Flint Creek?
The structure is 82 ft (24.9 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 14 WB over Flint Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.