Il 53 over Buffalo Creek
GoodLake County, Illinois · 0.3 M W of Il 83 · Structure no. 049017300000000
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 65 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 53 over Buffalo Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Il 53 over Buffalo Creek in Lake County, Illinois. It was built in 1993 and reconstructed in 1994, 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 21,800 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,907 by 2046. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Il 53 over Buffalo Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is Il 53 over Buffalo 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 July 2022.
How much traffic does Il 53 over Buffalo Creek carry?
About 21,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Il 53 over Buffalo Creek?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Il 53 over Buffalo Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.