US Bridges

Il 173 over Mokeller Creek

Good

McHenry County, Illinois · 0.08 M W of US 14 · Structure no. 056006800000000

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
40 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,500
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Il 173 over Mokeller Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Il 173 over Mokeller Creek in McHenry County, Illinois. It was built in 1993, 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 5,500 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,080 by 2046. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long.

CarriesIl 173
CrossesMokeller Creek
Location0.08 M W of US 14
RouteState Highway 173
Coordinates42.41479, -88.61427
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.1 US tons
Inventory rating36.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,500 (2023)
Projected traffic7,080 by 2046
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Il 173 over Mokeller Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Il 173 over Mokeller 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 December 2021.

How much traffic does Il 173 over Mokeller Creek carry?

About 5,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Il 173 over Mokeller Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Il 173 over Mokeller Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.