US Bridges

US20 Freeport Bypa over Pecatonica Riv Trib

Fair

Stephenson County, Illinois · 1.25 MI W of Il 26 · Structure no. 089200600000000

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
59 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,150
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US20 Freeport Bypa over Pecatonica Riv Trib is a concrete culvert carrying US20 Freeport Bypa over Pecatonica Riv Trib in Stephenson County, Illinois. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 6,150 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,980 by 2046. The structure is 59 ft (17.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUS20 Freeport Bypa
CrossesPecatonica Riv Trib
Location1.25 MI W of Il 26
RouteU.S. Route 20
Coordinates42.33031, -89.65694
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 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 rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating58.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length59 ft (17.9 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,150 (2023)
Projected traffic2,980 by 2046
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US20 Freeport Bypa over Pecatonica Riv Trib built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is US20 Freeport Bypa over Pecatonica Riv 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US20 Freeport Bypa over Pecatonica Riv Trib carry?

About 6,150 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US20 Freeport Bypa over Pecatonica Riv Trib?

The structure is 59 ft (17.9 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.9 m).

Who owns US20 Freeport Bypa over Pecatonica Riv Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.