White Eagle Road over Branch Leaf River
GoodOgle County, Illinois · 1.5 MI NE Forreston · Structure no. 071506200000000
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
White Eagle Road over Branch Leaf River is a concrete culvert carrying White Eagle Road over Branch Leaf River in Ogle County, Illinois. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 208 by 2046. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 White Eagle Road over Branch Leaf River built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is White Eagle Road over Branch Leaf River 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does White Eagle Road over Branch Leaf River carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is White Eagle Road over Branch Leaf River?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns White Eagle Road over Branch Leaf River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.