Olbrich Road over Drain Ditch Rush CR
FairMcHenry County, Illinois · .9 MI S Dunham RD · Structure no. 056304100000000
- Built
- 1921
- 104 years old, rebuilt 1977
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 275
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Olbrich Road over Drain Ditch Rush CR is a steel culvert carrying Olbrich Road over Drain Ditch Rush CR in McHenry County, Illinois. It was built in 1921 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 104 years old, older 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 275 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 330 by 2046. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long.
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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Olbrich Road over Drain Ditch Rush CR built?
It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.
What condition is Olbrich Road over Drain Ditch Rush CR 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Olbrich Road over Drain Ditch Rush CR carry?
About 275 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Olbrich Road over Drain Ditch Rush CR?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns Olbrich Road over Drain Ditch Rush CR?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.