US 45 over Seavey Drain Ditch
FairLake County, Illinois · 1.5 M NW of Il 21 · Structure no. 049009500000000
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Seavey Drain Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 45 over Seavey Drain Ditch in Lake County, Illinois. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 93 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 15,100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,978 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 58 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over Seavey Drain Ditch built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is US 45 over Seavey Drain Ditch 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US 45 over Seavey Drain Ditch carry?
About 15,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Seavey Drain Ditch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns US 45 over Seavey Drain Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.