US Bridges

Steward RD (FAU545 over I-88 (e-W Tollway)

Fair

Ogle County, Illinois · .7 MI E of Ill 251 · Structure no. 071991500000000

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
227 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,150
2022 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Steward RD (FAU545 over I-88 (e-W Tollway) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Steward RD (FAU545 over I-88 (e-W Tollway) 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 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 1,150 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,040 by 2046. The structure is 227 ft (69.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSteward RD (FAU545
CrossesI-88 (e-W Tollway)
Location.7 MI E of Ill 251
CountyOgle County
StateIllinois
Coordinates41.90063, -89.05378
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.2 US tons
Inventory rating32.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length227 ft (69.2 m)
Longest span79 ft (24.1 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,150 (2022)
Projected traffic1,040 by 2046
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Steward RD (FAU545 over I-88 (e-W Tollway) built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Steward RD (FAU545 over I-88 (e-W Tollway) 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Steward RD (FAU545 over I-88 (e-W Tollway) carry?

About 1,150 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is Steward RD (FAU545 over I-88 (e-W Tollway)?

The structure is 227 ft (69.2 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Steward RD (FAU545 over I-88 (e-W Tollway)?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.