Freeport Road over Br of Buffalo Creek
GoodOgle County, Illinois · 2.5 MI SW of Polo · Structure no. 071507600000000
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,350
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Freeport Road over Br of Buffalo Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Freeport Road over Br of Buffalo Creek in Ogle County, Illinois. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 1,350 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,300 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 Freeport Road over Br of Buffalo Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Freeport Road over Br of Buffalo 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Freeport Road over Br of Buffalo Creek carry?
About 1,350 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Freeport Road over Br of Buffalo Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Freeport Road over Br of Buffalo Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.