US 41 over Creek
FairLake County, Illinois · S of Mill Creek · Structure no. 049018400000000
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 41 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 41 over Creek in Lake County, Illinois. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 24,500 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,230 by 2046. The structure is 57 ft (17.3 m) long and 107 ft wide.
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 41 over Creek built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 41 over 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US 41 over Creek carry?
About 24,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 41 over Creek?
The structure is 57 ft (17.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 107 ft wide.
Who owns US 41 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.