US Bridges

Caron RD over Branch of Kyte Creek

Good

Ogle County, Illinois · Caron RD Rochelle · Structure no. 071600800000000

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,100
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Caron RD over Branch of Kyte Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Caron RD over Branch of Kyte Creek in Ogle County, Illinois. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 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 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,392 by 2046. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesCaron RD
CrossesBranch of Kyte Creek
LocationCaron RD Rochelle
Coordinates41.92263, -89.05436
Functional classUrban Minor 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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating27.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,100 (2022)
Projected traffic2,392 by 2046
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Caron RD over Branch of Kyte Creek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Caron RD over Branch of Kyte 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Caron RD over Branch of Kyte Creek carry?

About 2,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Caron RD over Branch of Kyte Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Caron RD over Branch of Kyte Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.