US Bridges

Il 47 over Ditch Trib of Nipsk

Good

McHenry County, Illinois · @ Obrien/Vanderk · Structure no. 056030000000000

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,400
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Il 47 over Ditch Trib of Nipsk is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Il 47 over Ditch Trib of Nipsk in McHenry County, Illinois. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,400 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,480 by 2046. The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long.

CarriesIl 47
CrossesDitch Trib of Nipsk
Location@ Obrien/Vanderk
RouteState Highway 47
Coordinates42.44323, -88.43555
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.2 US tons
Inventory rating48.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length29 ft (8.9 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 traffic4,400 (2023)
Projected traffic6,480 by 2046
Trucks12%
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 47 over Ditch Trib of Nipsk built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is Il 47 over Ditch Trib of Nipsk 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Il 47 over Ditch Trib of Nipsk carry?

About 4,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Il 47 over Ditch Trib of Nipsk?

The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Il 47 over Ditch Trib of Nipsk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.