US 20 & Private RD over Silver Creek Trib
FairStephenson County, Illinois · 4 MI E of Freeport · Structure no. 089200000000000
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 20 & Private RD over Silver Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying US 20 & Private RD over Silver Creek Trib in Stephenson County, Illinois. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 66 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 12,700 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,039 by 2046. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 20 & Private RD over Silver Creek Trib built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is US 20 & Private RD over Silver Creek Trib 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 20 & Private RD over Silver Creek Trib carry?
About 12,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 20 & Private RD over Silver Creek Trib?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns US 20 & Private RD over Silver Creek Trib?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.