US 14 over Fox River
FairMcHenry County, Illinois · 1 M W of Il 22 · Structure no. 056005800000000
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 338 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 14 over Fox River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 14 over Fox River in McHenry County, Illinois. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 25,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,480 by 2046. The structure is 338 ft (103 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 14 over Fox River built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 14 over Fox River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 14 over Fox River carry?
About 25,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 14 over Fox River?
The structure is 338 ft (103 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.6 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns US 14 over Fox River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.