FAI 55 over Wolf Creek
GoodLivingston County, Illinois · 3.2 MI E of Ill 23 · Structure no. 053201700000000
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAI 55 over Wolf Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying FAI 55 over Wolf Creek in Livingston County, Illinois. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, older 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 22,300 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,665 by 2046. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAI 55 over Wolf Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAI 55 over Wolf 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does FAI 55 over Wolf Creek carry?
About 22,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.
How long is FAI 55 over Wolf Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns FAI 55 over Wolf Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.