Il 26 over Drainage Ditch
GoodStephenson County, Illinois · 2 Mi. N. of Freeport · Structure no. 089201100000000
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Il 26 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Il 26 over Drainage Ditch in Stephenson County, Illinois. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 9,100 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,595 by 2046. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).
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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 Il 26 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is Il 26 over Drainage Ditch 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 2024.
How much traffic does Il 26 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 9,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Il 26 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.7 m).
Who owns Il 26 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.